Is Trader Joe's Pesto Alla Genovese Basil Pesto GERD Friendly?

No. This product is not GERD friendly free as it lists 2 ingredients that contain GERD friendly and 4 ingredients contain GERD friendly depending on the source.

Why it's not GERD friendly

  • pecorino romano cheese
  • grana padano cheese
  • milk
  • garlic
  • pasteurized sheep's milk
  • pasteurized cow's milk

pecorino romano cheese

Dietitian note

High-fat dairy products can relax the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the muscle that separates the esophagus from the stomach. This can allow stomach acid to flow back into the esophagus, leading to heartburn.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

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Description

Herbaceous, savory pesto offers a bright, slightly tangy flavor with a silky yet slightly coarse, oil-forward texture. Commonly stirred into pasta, spooned onto sandwiches, used as a dip or mixed into sauces. Reviewers note bold, fresh-tasting results and convenience; some mention pronounced saltiness and an oily mouthfeel. Use with pasta.

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Ingredients

Basil, Sunflower Oil, Potatoes, Olive Oil, Grana Padano Cheese (pasteurized Cow's Milk, Salt, Rennet), Pecorino Romano Cheese (pasteurized Sheep's Milk, Salt, Rennet), Cashews, Salt, Pine Nuts, Lactic Acid, Garlic. Contains Milk, Egg, Cashew, Pine Nut. May Contain Traces Of Almond, Pistachio, Walnut.

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Where to buy

Trader Joe's Pesto Alla Genovese Basil Pesto is available at 2 retailers

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About this product

Sauce · Spreadable

Flavor
SavoryTangySalty
Texture
SilkyChunky
Commonly used for
DippingSandwichTopping