The main advantage of the sauce is its low cholesterol content.
Pesto has been recognized as the most heart-healthy sauce. It is a dressing based on olive oil, parmesan, basil, pine nuts, and garlic.
This Italian sauce is suitable for a variety of hot dishes and snacks, and most importantly, it is not harmful to health. In particular, it is low in calories, includes only monounsaturated fatty acids, has low cholesterol, which is good for blood vessels, and is rich in vitamin E, which helps to preserve youthful skin, reports Slovak edition Pravda.
However, experts note that it is not advisable to overuse the sauce, as it may cause allergies.