Avafina Organics – Pesto Queen Cheese™

Size: 8oz Tub

❅ Cold Shipped ❅

About Pesto Queen Cheese™

Indulge in the aromatic charm of the Mediterranean with Pesto Queen Cheese™. This fragrant and bright non-dairy cream cheese alternative is infused with a garden-fresh blend of basil, parsley, and garlic. Crafted from raw, organic cashews and naturally fermented, it offers a sophisticated, savory profile that makes any dish more decadent. Whether you’re elevating a simple cracker or swirling it into a warm bowl of pasta, this “vital and alive” spread delivers a powerful punch of flavor and gut-healthy probiotics in every bite.

Ingredients

• Organic Cashews
• Water
• Organic Lemon Juice
• Organic Cabbage Brine
• Organic Parsley
• Organic Garlic
• Sea Salt
• Organic Tapioca Flour
• Organic Frozen Spinach Puree
• Organic Basil
• Organic Onion Powder
• Organic Apple Cider Vinegar
• Organic Chickpea Miso: (Rice*, Koji Spores (Aspergillus Oryzae), Chickpeas*, Sea Salt, Water)
• Bacterial Culture

*Organic

Allergens: Contains Cashews (Tree Nuts).

Dietary Notes: Organic, Raw, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Probiotic-Rich.

Shipping and Storage

Ships cold. Keep refrigerated. Because this is a live, raw product, it will continue to develop its tangy, complex character over time.

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 Tbsp (20g)

Servings Per Container: About 11

• Calories: 70
• Total Fat: 5g (Saturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0g)
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 130mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 3g (Dietary Fiber: 0g, Total Sugars: 1g, Includes 0g Added Sugars)
• Protein: 1g

Vitamin D 0% • Calcium 0% • Iron 2% • Potassium 2%

FAQs

How does the flavor compare to traditional basil pesto?

It captures all the classic notes of a high-end pesto—bright basil, earthy parsley, and sharp garlic—but adds a creamy, tangy dimension thanks to the fermented cashew base. It’s like a pesto and a cream cheese had a gourmet baby.

Will the garlic flavor be overwhelming?

The garlic is present and aromatic, but it is balanced by the brightness of the lemon juice and the creamy cashews. It adds a wonderful savory depth without being sharp or “bitey.”

What are some creative ways to use Pesto Queen Cheese?

Beyond bagels and crackers, it makes an incredible “instant” pesto sauce when tossed with warm pasta. We also love it as a base for a plant-based Caprese sandwich or dolloped onto a fresh tomato salad.