Pesto rouge vs Pesto Rosso
Overall, Pesto Rosso has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pesto rouge | Pesto Rosso |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 305 kcal | 319 kcal |
| Fat | 27 g | 30.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 3.6 g | 4.8 g |
| Sugars | 7.4 g | 6.5 g |
| Salt | 2.3 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 2.7 g |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 3.2 g |
| Additives | 3 | 2 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Milk, Nuts | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pesto rouge has 11% less fat (27 g vs 30.2 g).
- Pesto rouge has 25% less saturated fat (3.6 g vs 4.8 g).
- Pesto Rosso has 12% less sugar (6.5 g vs 7.4 g).
- Pesto Rosso has no salt, while Pesto rouge has 2.3 g.
- Pesto Rosso has 41% more fiber (2.7 g vs 1.6 g).
- Pesto rouge has 27% more protein (4.4 g vs 3.2 g).
- Pesto Rosso has the better Nutri-Score.
- Pesto Rosso is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Pesto rouge lists: Eggs, Nuts.
Ingredients
Pesto rouge
Pulpe de tomates au jus 31% (tomates 21,7%, jus de tomates 9,3%), huile de tournesol, double concentré de tomates 16%, purée de tomates mi-réduite 9%, _fromage_ Grana Padano AOP 3,5% (contient conservateur: lysozyme d'_oeuf_), _noix de cajou_ 3%, perméat de _lactosérum_, amidon de maïs, protéines de _lait_, sel, basilic 1,5%, arômes naturels (contient _lait_), _fromage_ Pecorino Romano AOP 1%, Aceto Balsamico di Modena IGP (vinaigre de vin, moût de raisin concentré), correcteurs d'acidité: acide lactique et acide citrique, ail, arôme naturel de basilic. Peut contenir des traces d'autres fruits à coque, arachides, poissons, soja et céleri.
Pesto Rosso
extra virgin olive oil (27%), rehydrated sundried tomatoes (23%) paste, tomato purée, basil (7%), pecorino romano pdo cheese (3,5%) (milk) garlic parmigiano reggiano pdo cheese (2%) (milk), pine nuts (2%), sugar, salt, beetroot pr acidity regulator: lactic acid, antioxidant: ascorbic acid,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pesto rouge or Pesto Rosso?
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 rouge has fewer calories: 305 kcal versus 319 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pesto Rosso has less sugar: 6.5 g versus 7.4 g per 100 g.