Pesto verde vs Barilla PESTO alla GENOVESE
Overall, Pesto verde has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Pesto verde | Barilla PESTO alla GENOVESE |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 360 kcal | 492 kcal |
| Fat | 35 g | 47 g |
| Saturated fat | 6.6 g | 5.3 g |
| Sugars | 2.3 g | 5 g |
| Salt | 2.5 g | 3.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 3 g |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 4.7 g |
| Additives | 2 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk, Nuts | Milk, Nuts |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Pesto verde has 27% fewer calories (360 kcal vs 492 kcal).
- Pesto verde has 26% less fat (35 g vs 47 g).
- Barilla PESTO alla GENOVESE has 20% less saturated fat (5.3 g vs 6.6 g).
- Pesto verde has 54% less sugar (2.3 g vs 5 g).
- Pesto verde has 22% less salt (2.5 g vs 3.2 g).
- Pesto verde has 18% more protein (5.7 g vs 4.7 g).
- Only Pesto verde lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Pesto verde
basil* 50%, extra virgin olive oil* 27%, cashew nuts* 8%, parmigiano reggiano pdo cheese* 6,9% (cow's milk*, salt, rennet), salt, sugar*, pine nuts* 1%, oat fiber*, acidity corrector: lactic acid, garlic*, antioxidant: ascorbic acid, *ingredients from organic farming,
Barilla PESTO alla GENOVESE
sunflower oil, fresh basil 30%, cashew nuts, parmigiano reggiano pdo cheese 5%, (milk), maize fibre, whey powder (milk), salt, milk protein, extra virgin olive oil, sugar, basil extract, natural flavourings (milk), acidity regulator: lactic acid, garlic
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pesto verde or Barilla PESTO alla GENOVESE?
Overall, Pesto verde 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 verde has fewer calories: 360 kcal versus 492 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pesto verde has less sugar: 2.3 g versus 5 g per 100 g.