Basil Pesto Shells
Pasta shells, basil pesto, sun dried tomatoes, arugula, feta cheese and parmesan.
About Basil Pesto Shells
Basil Pesto Shells has 270 calories and costs around $6.60. Prices vary by cafe, and delivery apps typically add a markup.
Key Facts & Highlights:
- 270 calories
- 8g protein
- Priced $4.20-$6.60 depending on location
- Vegetarian
Ingredients & Allergens
Ingredients
Pasta Shells, Basil Pesto, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Arugula, Feta Cheese, Parmesan.
Allergens
*Allergen Statement: Mendocino Farms cafes are shared preparation environments, so cross-contact of allergens can occur. If you have a severe food allergy, please tell the cafe team before ordering.
Nutrition Breakdown: What the Numbers Mean
At 270 calories with 8g of protein, the Basil Pesto Shells is the #4 lightest of the 6 items in the deli sides soups lineup with published calories . That works out to about 3.0g of protein per 100 calories - protein is not this item’s job; it earns its place on flavour. Light enough to pair with a second item without blowing the meal up.
The watch-out is sodium: 650mg is about 28% of the 2,300mg daily limit.
Dietary fit: this item appears on our vegetarian menu and low-calorie menu lists. Allergen-wise it contains wheat, milk, gluten - the full item-by-item breakdown is on our Mendocino Farms allergen guide.
How It Compares in Deli Sides Soups
Across the deli sides soups lineup, the lightest option is Lemon Chicken & Farro Soup at 180 calories, and the heartiest is Spicy Curried Couscous at 290. On price, Kale & Apple Rainbow Salad is the easiest on the wallet at $4.20 - $4.50. See the whole lineup on the Deli Sides Soups menu page.
Ordering Tips & Smart Swaps
- Build a meal around it: this is a light piece, not a full lunch. It pairs well with a full-size sandwich - regulars start with The Farm Club - and the calorie calculator totals the combination for you.
- Skip the app markup: ordering this in a delivery app costs about 20% more than the cafe price. Order ahead for pickup in the official app instead - the full breakdown of how Mendo pricing works explains why.
- Feeding a group? This item travels well - see the Mendocino Farms catering guide for box and tray options.
Basil Pesto Shells Frequently Asked Questions
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Checked November 2026 on delivery listings (DoorDash; Uber Eats in Chicago). In-cafe prices can be lower - delivery listings include the apps' markup.
Nutrition Facts
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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