Is Sainsbury's Lighter Green Pesto Vegan?
Description
Mild, savory pesto with a light, slightly tangy flavor and a smooth yet slightly coarse texture; commonly used to dress pasta, spread on sandwiches, swirled into soups, spooned over pizza, or served as a dip. Reviewers note convenient packaging and milder taste, though some mention variable intensity and oil separation.
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Why it's not vegan
- egg lysozyme
- grana padano cheese
- cows' milk
- egg
- milk
- sheeps' milk
- pecorino romano cheese
- lactic acid
egg lysozyme
Dietitian noteThis ingredient comes from animals.
Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN
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Description
Mild, savory pesto with a light, slightly tangy flavor and a smooth yet slightly coarse texture; commonly used to dress pasta, spread on sandwiches, swirled into soups, spooned over pizza, or served as a dip. Reviewers note convenient packaging and milder taste, though some mention variable intensity and oil separation.
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Ingredients
Basil (50%), Water, Sunflower Oil, Rice Flour, Grana Padano Cheese (cows' Milk, Contains Preservative: Egg Lysozyme) 08,20 (2.5%), Cashew Nuts (2%), Pecorino Romano Cheese (sheeps' Milk) (%), Pine Nuts (1%), Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid; Salt, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid, Garlic Pur�e. Contains; Milk, Cashew Nuts And Egg.
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What is a Vegan diet?
A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.
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This product may or may not be vegetarian as it lists 1 ingredient that could derive from meat or fish depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.
Details →No. This product is not dairy free as it lists 5 ingredients that contain dairy.
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