Basil (fresh)
basil pesto
Aged cheese in pesto may contain histamine.
Unsuitable
This food is often poorly tolerated with histamine intolerance.
Basil pesto is often made with aged hard cheese, which may contain histamine. Recipes vary, so check the ingredients. If you tolerate them, you can season pasta with fresh basil and olive oil.
Ingredients
Suitable
Garlic (fresh)
In small quantitiesOlive oil (cold pressed)
Parmigiano Reggiano / Parmesan
Pine nuts
More species, some may be more difficult to tolerateTable salt
Safer alternatives
Basil (fresh)
Olive oil (cold pressed)