Pesto verde vs 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 | Pesto alla Genovese |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 374 kcal | 492 kcal |
| Fat | 37 g | 46 g |
| Saturated fat | 5.2 g | 7.1 g |
| Sugars | 3.3 g | 5.5 g |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 5 g |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 4.7 g |
| Additives | 2 | 1 |
| Allergens | 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 24% fewer calories (374 kcal vs 492 kcal).
- Pesto verde has 20% less fat (37 g vs 46 g).
- Pesto verde has 27% less saturated fat (5.2 g vs 7.1 g).
- Pesto verde has 40% less sugar (3.3 g vs 5.5 g).
- Pesto verde has 19% less salt (2.6 g vs 3.2 g).
- Pesto alla Genovese has 34% more fiber (5 g vs 3.3 g).
Ingredients
Pesto verde
Basilico genovese AOP 45%, huile de tournesol, eau, PARMIGIANO REGGIANO AOP (LAIT) 4,5%, sel marin, sucre, farine et concassé de NOIX DE CAJOU (FRUITS A COQUES), acidifiant : acide lactique, arômes naturels, anti-oxydant : acide ascorbique, ail.
Pesto alla Genovese
Huiles végétales (olive, tournesol), basilic frais 30%, NOIX DE CAJOU, fromage Parmigiano Reggiano AOP 5% (LAIT), fibre de maïs, lactosérum en poudre (LAIT), sel, protéines de LAIT, huile d'olive vierge extra, sucre, extrait de basilic, arômes naturels (LAIT), correcteur d'acidité : acide lactique, ail. Peut contenir des traces d'autres FRUITS À COQUE.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Pesto verde or 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: 374 kcal versus 492 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Pesto verde has less sugar: 3.3 g versus 5.5 g per 100 g.