Pesto rosso vs PESTO Basilico
Overall, Pesto rosso 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 rosso | PESTO Basilico |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | — | 4 |
| Calories | 307 kcal | 431 kcal |
| Fat | 27 g | 41 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 5.5 g |
| Sugars | 7.6 g | 3.3 g |
| Salt | 2 g | 3 g |
| Fiber | — | 2 g |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 2.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Milk, Nuts, Sesame seeds, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites | Milk, Nuts |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pesto rosso has 29% fewer calories (307 kcal vs 431 kcal).
- Pesto rosso has 34% less fat (27 g vs 41 g).
- Pesto rosso has 35% less saturated fat (3.6 g vs 5.5 g).
- PESTO Basilico has 57% less sugar (3.3 g vs 7.6 g).
- Pesto rosso has 34% less salt (2 g vs 3 g).
- Pesto rosso has 43% more protein (4.4 g vs 2.5 g).
- Pesto rosso has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Pesto rosso lists: Eggs, Sesame seeds, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Pesto rosso
31,4% chair de tomate, huile de tournesol, 16% double concentré de tomate, 9% tomate concentrée, 3,5% grana panado, 3% noix de cajou, poudre de lactosérum, 2% vinaigre balsamique, proteines de lait, 1,5% basilic, sel, arômes naturels, pecorino, amidon de maïs, acide lactique, ail
PESTO Basilico
basil 35,6%, sunflower oil, cashews, glucose syrup, water, modified corn starch, salt, natural flavourings, extra virgin olive oil, sugar, acidity regulator: lactic acid
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pesto rosso or PESTO Basilico?
Overall, Pesto rosso 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 rosso has fewer calories: 307 kcal versus 431 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
PESTO Basilico has less sugar: 3.3 g versus 7.6 g per 100 g.