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Red Pesto
Sicily, Italy — pesto rosso (also called pesto alla Trapanese) originates from Trapani, Sicily, where almonds are traditional instead of pine nuts.Available year-round; best with peak-season sun-dried tomatoesSweet (sun-dried tomato), rich, herby (basil)
Did You Know?
Traditional Pesto alla Trapanese uses almonds instead of pine nuts (almonds are more abundant in Sicily) and adds fresh tomatoes along with sun-dried for a lighter, fresher flavor.
Overview
Sicily · Available year-round; best with peak-season sun-dried tomatoes · condiments
An Italian condiment made with sun-dried tomatoes, basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, and olive oil. Bolder and more intense than traditional green pesto with a sweet, umami-rich tomato base.
Sicily
Origin
Available year-round; best with peak-season sun-dried tomatoes
Season
Easy
Difficulty
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Category
Flavor Profile
Sweet (sun-dried tomato)richherby (basil)nutty (pine nuts)and intensely savory. More robust and concentrated than green pesto.
Storage Tips
Refrigerate after opening. Cover surface with olive oil. Use within 1 week fresh, 2 weeks jarred after opening.
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How to Cook with Red Pesto
Recipes, pairings, substitutes, and professional tips
Cooking Tips
Toss with pasta, spread on bruschetta, use as a pizza base instead of tomato sauce. Excellent with grilled meats and fish. Can be stirred into risotto or spread on sandwiches.
Best Pairings
pastapizzabruschettachickenmozzarellagrilled vegetables
Substitutes
Green pesto (fresher), sun-dried tomato paste, tapenade
Nutrition & Health Benefits
The nutritional profile and health properties of Red Pesto
Nutrition Highlights
fat
19
carbs
8
fiber
2
protein
5
calories
220
Quick Facts
Categorycondiments
OriginSicily, Italy — pesto rosso (also called pesto alla Trapanese) originates from Trapani, Sicily, where almonds are traditional instead of pine nuts.
SeasonAvailable year-round; best with peak-season sun-dried tomatoes
DifficultyEasy
Health Benefits
Rich in lycopene from sun-dried tomatoes (more concentrated than fresh). Provides healthy fats, vitamin E, and antioxidants.
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Red Pesto
condiments
OriginSicily
SeasonAvailable year-round; best with peak-season sun-dried tomatoes
DifficultyEasy
Flavor Notes
Sweet (sun-dried tomato)richherby (basil)nutty (pine nuts)and intensely savory. More robust and concentrated than green pesto.
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