Pesto vs Pesto alla calabrese
Overall, Pesto alla calabrese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pesto | Pesto alla calabrese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 331 kcal | 189 kcal |
| Fat | 31 g | 17.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 2.4 g |
| Sugars | 3.5 g | 3.4 g |
| Salt | 2.8 g | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 3 g |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Additives | 2 | 3 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Milk, Nuts | Eggs, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pesto alla calabrese has 43% fewer calories (189 kcal vs 331 kcal).
- Pesto alla calabrese has 45% less fat (17.1 g vs 31 g).
- Pesto alla calabrese has 47% less saturated fat (2.4 g vs 4.5 g).
- Pesto alla calabrese has 43% less salt (1.6 g vs 2.8 g).
- Pesto alla calabrese has 40% more fiber (3 g vs 1.8 g).
- Pesto has 16% more protein (3.8 g vs 3.2 g).
- Pesto alla calabrese has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Pesto lists: Nuts.
Ingredients
Pesto
Basilic (41%), huile de tournesol (28%), eau, GRANA PADANO (LAIT, Œuf) (5%), flocons de pommes de terre, sucre, sel, farine de NOIX DE CAJOU (FRUITS A COQUES), arôme naturel (LAIT), pignons de pin (0,5%), acidifiant : acide lactique, antioxydant: acide ascorbique, ail, arôme naturel de basilic. Peut contenir: arachides.
Pesto alla calabrese
50% poivrons rouges, huile de tournesol, 16% ricotta (lactosérum (_lait_), _lait_, crème (_lait_), sel, correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique), double concentré de tomates, 3,5% fromage à pâte dure rapé (_lait_, sel, présure, conservateur: lysozyme (_oeuf_)), 3% huile d'olive vierge extra, sucre, oignons, sel, correcteur d'acidité: acide lactique; amidon de mais 0,5% Pecorino Romano AOP (_lait_ de brebis, sel, présure), 0,2% piment, 0,1% origan.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pesto or Pesto alla calabrese?
Overall, Pesto alla calabrese has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Pesto alla calabrese has fewer calories: 189 kcal versus 331 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pesto alla calabrese has less sugar: 3.4 g versus 3.5 g per 100 g.