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Tomato | Almond | Aromatic Herbs
A vibrant Sicilian pesto combining sun-ripened tomatoes, almonds and aromatic herbs, inspired by the traditional flavours of Trapani.
Seggiano Tomato & Almond Pesto is a deliciously different take on pesto, inspired by Trapani on the western coast of Sicily, where tomatoes and almonds take the place of the basil and pine nuts more commonly associated with traditional Genovese pesto.
Made with tomato pulp and paste, Sicilian almonds, basil, garlic and oregano, with a touch of chilli adding gentle depth, this is a rich, savoury and wonderfully versatile pesto packed with the flavours of southern Italy.
It's made by the same artisan producer responsible for Seggiano's Wild Fennel & Tomato Pesto and, importantly, there are no fillers, preservatives or artificial flavourings – just carefully chosen ingredients allowed to speak for themselves.
What does Tomato & Almond Pesto taste like?
Expect plenty of ripe, savoury tomato flavour, complemented by the richness and gentle nuttiness of Sicilian almonds.
Basil and oregano provide the aromatic Mediterranean character, garlic adds savoury depth and a hint of chilli brings warmth without turning this into a hot pesto.
The almonds also give the pesto its satisfyingly rich texture, resulting in something that's robust enough for pasta but equally good spooned straight from the jar onto vegetables, bread or a plate of antipasti.
How to use Seggiano Tomato & Almond Pesto
Pasta is the obvious starting point – and a very good one – but this is far too versatile to restrict to one use. Try it:
- Stirred through fusilli, penne or spaghetti
- Spoon over grilled or roasted vegetables
- Spread onto bruschetta or crostini
- Dolloped onto grilled aubergine or courgette
- Added to sandwiches and wraps
- Spoon alongside burrata or mozzarella
- As part of an antipasti platter
- Stirred through grains or warm salads
- As a topping for baked fish
- Spread onto pizza or flatbread
- Simply served with good crusty bread
For a particularly easy supper, stir through freshly cooked pasta with a splash of the pasta water and finish with a drizzle of good olive oil.
Product Details
Product: Tomato & Almond Pesto
Producer: Seggiano
Origin: Sicily, Italy
Inspired by: The traditional flavours of Trapani
Key Ingredients: Tomato, Sicilian almonds, basil, garlic, oregano and chilli
Character: Rich, savoury, nutty and aromatic
Dietary: Vegan and gluten-free
Free From: Fillers, preservatives and artificial flavourings
Allergen: Contains almonds
Why we like it
Most of us hear the word pesto and immediately think basil, pine nuts and Parmesan. This is a rather good reminder that there's much more to Italian pesto than that.
The combination of ripe tomato and Sicilian almonds gives this pesto a completely different personality – richer, slightly sweeter and wonderfully savoury, with herbs, garlic and just enough chilli to keep things interesting.
We also like the simplicity of the ingredients. No unnecessary fillers or artificial flavourings; just good ingredients combined in a way that reflects the food traditions of western Sicily.
Keep a jar in the cupboard and you've got the beginnings of a very good meal in about the time it takes to cook the pasta.