Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulCheese
Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet.
- DoubtfulE471 · Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids
One of the most common doubtful additives. Halal if the pack says plant/vegetable origin or is halal-certified or vegan.
- DoubtfulEmulsifier (source not stated)
The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label.
- DoubtfulFlavourings
The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo.
Full ingredient list
38% Sunflower Oil, 36% Basil, 6.5% Cashew Nuts, 6% Grana Padano P.D.O. (Milk, Preservative: Egg Lysozyme), 2% Pecorino Romano P.D.O. (Sheep's Milk), Sugar, 1.5% Pine Nuts, Salt, 1% Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Potato Flakes (Potatoes, Emulsifier: Mono-And Diglycerides Of Fatty Acids), Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid; Natural Basil Flavouring.
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is 38% sunflower oil and the list has 11 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. 4 of the named ingredients need a closer look:
- cheese (doubtful): Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the cheese.
- E471 (Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids) (doubtful): One of the most common doubtful additives. Halal if the pack says plant/vegetable origin or is halal-certified or vegan. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the e471 (mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids).
- emulsifier (source not stated) (doubtful): The word "emulsifier" does not say which one is used. Several emulsifiers, including E471, are made from glycerol and fatty acids that can come from plants or animal fat, and the pack rarely says which. Doubtful unless the pack names a plant source, or shows a vegetarian, vegan or halal label. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the emulsifier (source not stated).
- flavourings (doubtful): The word "flavouring" does not say what a flavour is made from or dissolved in. Most are plant-based or synthetic, but some are carried in alcohol or glycerol of unstated source, and a few contain animal ingredients. Doubtful unless the pack says plant-based or alcohol-free, or shows a halal logo. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the flavourings.
Baresa Green Pesto with Basil: pack details
| Pack size | 190g |
|---|---|
| Sold at | Lidl |
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | eggs, milk, nuts |
| Additives | E1105, E270, E471 |
| Nutri-Score | D |
| NOVA group | 4 (an ultra-processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
What we found about Baresa and halal
Baresa is a Lidl brand: Open Food Facts records the product we checked as sold at Lidl. Our products from this brand are pesto, tomato purée and wholewheat spaghetti. Pesto is the one to read, since some recipes use cheese made with animal rennet.
Sources: Open Food Facts: Baresa product page. More on Baresa
Is Baresa Green Pesto with Basil vegetarian or vegan?
Baresa Green Pesto with Basil is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed, but it contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan; the cheese may be made with animal rennet, and some additives can still be animal-derived.
More on this type of food: Sauces & condiments: what to check · all Baresa products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Baresa Green Pesto with Basil contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Baresa Green Pesto with Basil contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Baresa Green Pesto with Basil contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Baresa Green Pesto with Basil halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Baresa Green Pesto with Basil. See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.