Gotham Greens Pesto, Vegan
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Sodium
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
Verdict
Gotham Greens Pesto, Vegan is a plant-based basil sauce designed for adding concentrated flavor to various dishes. Its main strength is the use of high-quality base ingredients like extra virgin olive oil and pine nuts, while its main tradeoff is the moderate saturated fat content. Overall, it serves as a flavor-dense condiment for enhancing simple meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it stirred into a pasta bowl with roasted vegetables or spread on a toasted sourdough sandwich.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by high calorie density and a significant amount of fat per serving. Sodium levels remain relatively low for a prepared condiment.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 240 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 23g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 260mg | 11% |
| Total Carbs | 6g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 1g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
This formulation is built from a simple base of olive oil, fresh basil, and pine nuts. While the ingredient list is clean, the processing classification reflects the concentrated nature of this oil-based blend.
Ingredients
Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Gotham Greens Basil, Pine Nuts, Lemon Juice, Garlic, Sea Salt.
