Pesto
Pesto contains moderate levels of FODMAPs, Histamine, Oligosaccharides, Tyramine and Salicylate. It has low levels of Lactose, Gluten, Nickel and Oxalates. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- FODMAPsModerate
pesto is high in FODMAP mainly from garlic (fructans), plus some lactose from cheese. A garlic-free pesto, or just a small amount, keeps it lower in FODMAP.
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
Not a fermented food, but it is blended and then kept open in the fridge — and amines build in an opened jar. The date you opened it matters more than the date on the lid.
- OligosaccharidesModerate
- TyramineModerate
Tyramine builds with time and bacterial action, so for these the lever is freshness and processing rather than the food itself: minced, smoked, pickled, sun-dried, pre-cut or long-simmered all mean more surface, more storage, or more bacterial contact. Bought fresh and eaten the same day, most of these are unremarkable. Sources: EFSA Journal 2011 (tyramine in fermented foods); McCabe-Sellers et al., J Food Compos Anal 2006.
- SalicylateModerate
- LactoseLow
not a dairy food, but milk powder or whey is a routine ingredient here, so the lactose depends entirely on the brand. Usually a small dose; check the label, where milk must be declared as an allergen.
- GlutenPossible
sauces and condiments can hide gluten from wheat-based thickeners, malt or soy sauce, so they may not be gluten-free. Check the label or pick a certified gluten-free version.
- NickelLow
- OxalatesLow
- FructoseNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does Pesto affect?
Pesto is notable for FODMAPs, Histamine, Oligosaccharides, Tyramine, Salicylate, Lactose, Gluten, Nickel and Oxalates.
Does Pesto contain FODMAPs?
Pesto contains moderate levels of FODMAPs. pesto is high in FODMAP mainly from garlic (fructans), plus some lactose from cheese. A garlic-free pesto, or just a small amount, keeps it lower in FODMAP.
Does Pesto contain Histamine?
Pesto contains moderate levels of Histamine. Not a fermented food, but it is blended and then kept open in the fridge — and amines build in an opened jar. The date you opened it matters more than the date on the lid.
Does Pesto contain Oligosaccharides?
Pesto contains moderate levels of Oligosaccharides.
Does Pesto contain Tyramine?
Pesto contains moderate levels of Tyramine. Tyramine builds with time and bacterial action, so for these the lever is freshness and processing rather than the food itself: minced, smoked, pickled, sun-dried, pre-cut or long-simmered all mean more surface, more storage, or more bacterial contact. Bought fresh and eaten the same day, most of these are unremarkable. Sources: EFSA Journal 2011 (tyramine in fermented foods); McCabe-Sellers et al., J Food Compos Anal 2006. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.