This vegan basil pesto blends fresh basil leaves with Brazil nuts, cashews, and hazelnuts for a creamy, cheese-free spread bursting with vibrant flavour. Free from gluten, dairy, and soy, it’s perfect for pasta, pizza, salads, or as a dip—just be mindful of nut allergens. Its all-natural ingredients ensure a clean label that emphasises what the jar is filled with, rather than what it is free from.
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Zest Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g is a ready-to-use pasta sauce, available at Saporia. Crafted from the leaf of the basil plant and blended with a rich mix of ground cashew nuts and garlic, this vegan pesto delivers a fresh and vibrant flavor without any cheese or animal products. It is part of our pasta sauces collection, chosen for quality and flavour.
A jar of genuinely good pasta sauce is a weeknight lifesaver, and Zest Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g is made the proper way, with ripe tomatoes and carefully balanced seasoning. The flavour tastes slow-cooked and homemade, without you having to stand over the stove for hours. The inclusion of rapeseed oil, white wine vinegar, garlic purée, and a hint of toasted sesame oil and chili powder adds layers of complexity, making it a versatile and flavorful addition to pasta, pizza, salads, or as a spread. It is free from artificial additives, gluten, dairy, and soy, catering to those with dietary restrictions while offering an indulgent taste experience. It is suitable for vegans, making it an easy choice for a wide range of diets.
Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g is ready when you are: heat, stir and serve over our vegan cheeses for dinner in minutes. Try it spooned over roasted vegetables, layered into lasagne or used as a rich dipping sauce. This pesto is not only suitable for vegans and vegetarians but also provides a creamy texture and savory nutty undertones that complement a wide range of dishes. Its all-natural ingredients ensure a clean label that emphasizes what the jar is filled with, rather than what it is free from.
Zest is one of the carefully selected brands in the Saporia range, chosen for its commitment to quality, flavour and honest ingredients. Whether you are discovering Zest for the first time or stocking up on a firm favourite, Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g is a brilliant example of what the brand does best.
Love Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g? Explore more at Saporia, including Sunita Organic Pesto Rosso 130g, Mr Organic Sundried Tomato Pesto 190g, or browse the full pasta sauces collection for even more inspiration.
Zest Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g is a ready-to-use pasta sauce, available in a 340g size. Crafted from the leaf of the basil plant and blended with a rich mix of ground cashew nuts and garlic, this vegan pesto delivers a fresh and vibrant flavor without any cheese or animal products.
Yes, Zest Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g is made without any animal-derived ingredients, making it suitable for vegans and anyone following a plant-based or dairy-free diet. As recipes can occasionally change, we always recommend a quick check of the label.
Zest Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g does not list gluten-containing ingredients, but if you are coeliac or highly sensitive to gluten, we recommend checking the label and allergen information carefully before enjoying.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Follow instructions on packaging. Following the storage guidance keeps Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g at its best for longer.
Zest Vegan Basil Pesto Large 340g contains the following allergens, highlighted in the ingredients list: Cashew, Nuts. Please also note: For allergens, see ingredients in BOLD. Always read the label carefully if you have any allergies or intolerances.
Chunkier sauces cling beautifully to shapes like penne, fusilli and rigatoni, while smoother sauces suit long pasta such as spaghetti and linguine. Either way, a splash of pasta water helps the sauce coat every strand.
Yes, pasta sauces generally freeze very well. Portion into suitable containers, cool completely and freeze for up to three months. Defrost thoroughly and reheat until piping hot.
Simply heat the sauce gently in a pan and toss with freshly cooked pasta, adding a splash of pasta water to help everything combine. One jar typically serves two to three people generously.
Once opened, keep the jar refrigerated and use within a few days. Always check the label for the specific guidance for this product.
The sauce is ready to use, but it tastes best warmed through gently in a pan. Heating brings the flavours together and makes it perfect for coating pasta.




