Product description
ROOTZ ORGANICS FRESHLY MADE BASIL PESTO
Classic Italian basil pesto, freshly made — vibrant green and intensely aromatic, with fresh basil, nuts, good olive oil and cheese blended into a rich, savoury sauce. A world away from long-life jars.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
Freshly made means brighter colour and a fuller, fresher basil aroma. Wonderfully versatile, it lifts pasta, sandwiches, dressings, dips and roasted vegetables in seconds.
INGREDIENTS
- Chick peas
- Basil leaves
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Lime juice
- Spices
- Yoghurt
NUTRITION — per 100g
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 470 kcal | — |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 2% |
| of which sugars | 2 g | — |
| Dietary fibre | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 5 g | 10% |
| Total fat | 47 g | 67% |
| Saturated fat | 8 g | 40% |
| Sodium | 700 mg | — |
*%DV on a 2,000 kcal adult reference diet; approximate values for a freshly made recipe, vary by batch. Pesto is oil- and nut-based, so it is energy-dense. CONTAINS NUTS and DAIRY. Values approximate; vary by recipe.
HOW TO STORE
- Store: keep refrigerated; use within a few days of opening.
- Top tip: a thin layer of olive oil on top helps keep the colour.
- Freeze: pesto freezes well in small portions (e.g. ice-cube trays).
HOW TO USE
Fresh basil pesto lifts dishes across UAE and international cooking.
- Pasta: toss through hot pasta (loosen with a little pasta water) for an instant meal.
- Sandwiches & wraps: spread onto bread, paninis and wraps.
- Dressings & marinades: whisk with extra olive oil and lemon.
- Roast veg & potatoes: stir through roasted vegetables or potatoes.
- Dip & drizzle: dip bread, or drizzle over soup, eggs and bruschetta.
- Pizza: swirl over a pizza base before or after baking.
