Mediterranean Pesto

Pesto Mediterraneo, red pesto with sun-dried tomatoes and cheese

Pesto Mediterraneo brings sunny tomato flavors to your plate. Tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes give it its fruity depth, cashews provide a creamy texture, while sheep’s milk cheese and Italian hard cheese add a savory, slightly salty note. Basil, garlic, and a hint of chili round out this red pesto. It is made by the Montanini family-run artisanal producer in Piobesi Torinese, Piedmont.

Serving suggestions

As a quick pasta sauce for rigatoni, penne, or spaghetti. Also as a spread on bruschetta, crostini, and sandwiches, as a seasoning for pizza, roasted vegetables, and bowls, or as a dip for antipasti.

Important: Do not cook the pesto. Just before serving, toss it with the hot pasta to preserve its full flavor.

Pasta with red pesto in 4 steps

1. Cook the pasta in plenty of salted water until al dente.
2. Before draining, reserve 2–3 tbsp of the cooking water.
3. Drain the pasta, then combine it with the pesto and a little cooking water in a bowl until creamy.
4. Serve with fresh basil and a little grated cheese.

Product details

• Red pesto with tomato paste and 7% sun-dried tomatoes
• With cashews, sheep’s milk cheese, and Italian hard cheese
• With basil, garlic, and a hint of chili
• From Montanini in Piobesi Torinese, Piedmont
• 140 g jar

Frequently asked questions

What is red pesto?
Red pesto is a pesto variety made with tomatoes. In Pesto Mediterraneo, tomato paste and sun-dried tomatoes provide the red color and fruity aroma.

Is Pesto Mediterraneo spicy?
No, it is only mildly piquant. The chili and garlic add a subtle warmth that enhances the tomato without overpowering it.

What is the difference between Pesto Mediterraneo and Pesto alla Genovese?
Pesto Mediterraneo is a red pesto made with tomatoes, cashews, and cheese. Montanini’s Pesto alla Genovese is a green pesto made with 60% fresh basil and pine nuts.