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¼ Cup Pesto
Pesto is a savory sauce typically made from basil, olive oil, nuts, cheese, garlic, and salt. A 1/4 cup serving is energy-dense and used as a condiment, spread, or pasta sauce.
Beneficial properties
rich in unsaturated fats
contains antioxidant compounds
source of vitamin K
flavor-dense condiment
contains some protein
Nutritional highlights
Pesto commonly provides monounsaturated fat from olive oil, vitamin K from basil, and smaller amounts of vitamin E, manganese, calcium, and protein from nuts and cheese.
Conditions it helps with
Heart Disease
Includes: Heart Disease (Cardiomyopathy)
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High Blood Pressure
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High Blood Pressure
Includes: High Blood Pressure / Hypertension
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High Cholesterol
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