Classic basil pesto
Z Basil Pesto has its roots in Liguria, a beautiful region in northern Italy known for its rich food traditions. This pesto is made with care and respect for traditional methods and contains Grana Padano cheese as well as basil carefully grown in the mountainous areas of western Liguria.
With Denmark’s largest and widest selection of pesto, we’re not afraid to call ourselves pesto specialists.
A harmonious taste experience with Italian tradition in every bite
The pesto’s flavour is rounded off with a mild extra virgin olive oil and sunflower oil, both contributing to its silky-smooth texture. It also contains cashews, Pecorino cheese and pine nuts, which together create a complex, harmonious flavour profile. All ingredients are carefully selected and sourced from Italy, resulting in an authentic Mediterranean speciality. Z Basil Pesto is versatile and pairs perfectly with a wide range of dishes—from classic pasta dishes and cheese boards to being spread on freshly baked bread or as a flavourful addition to the tapas table.
Pesto is known for its rich, intense flavour, creating a perfect balance between the herbs’ fresh tang, the nutty bitterness of pine nuts, and the deep umami the cheese brings. The carefully selected oil binds these ingredients together and adds a silky-smooth texture to the sauce, creating a harmonious blend that can turn even the simplest dishes into a true feast for the taste buds.
Versatile pesto
Pesto’s versatility is one of its most remarkable qualities, as it can be used in countless ways. Use it as a delicious pasta sauce, as a marinade for meat and vegetables, or even as a flavour booster in soups and dressings—making it an essential ingredient in any kitchen.
Other versions of basil pesto from Zelected Foods:
...
| Energy | 1842 kJ / 447 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 46 g |
| Of which saturated fatty acids | 6.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.2 g |
| Of which sugars | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 5.1 g |
| Salt | 3.2 g |
