Is Sainsbury's Red Pesto Pescatarian?

This product may or may not be pescatarian as it lists 1 ingredient that could derive from red meat or poultry depending on the source. We recommend contacting the manufacturer directly to confirm.

Why it's a maybe for pescatarian

  • lactic acid

lactic acid

Dietitian note

Lactic acid (e270) can come from either animal or plant sources. If derived from animals, it is the protein from ground-up horns, hooves, feathers, quills, and hair.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Sunflower Oil, Water, Tomato Purée (15%), Sundried Tomatoes (6%), Basil (6%), Tofu (soya Beans, Water, Firming Agent: Magnesium Chloride), Red Pepper, Sugar, Pine Nuts, Salt, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid, Garlic Purée. Contains Soya.

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About this product

Sauce · Spreadable

Flavor
GarlickyHerbaceousNuttySavory
Texture
CreamyChunky
Commonly used for
CookingDippingToppingGarnishing