Basil Pesto
Basil Pesto by Sun Of Italy is listed in the Groceries category. That is 352% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It comes in a 15 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 15g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturated fat | 44.5 g | 6.7 g | 34% | 2.4 +1733% |
| Carbohydrates | 44.5 g | 6.7 g | 2% | 16.1 +176% |
| Total sugars | 44.5 g | 6.7 g | 9.8 +352% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.4 −100% |
| Protein | 44.5 g | 6.7 g | 13% | 2.8 +1473% |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g | 5.9 −100% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
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Ingredients
BASIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, EXPELLER PRESSED SUNFLOWER SEED OIL, GRANAN PADANO CHEESE (COW'S MILK, SALT, ANIMAL RENNET, EGG LYSOZYME, CHEESE CULTURES), CASHEWS, PECRINO ROMANO CHEESE (SHEEP'S MILK, SALT, ANIMAL RENNET, CHEESE CULTURES), POTATO STARCH, SALT, PINE NUTS, GARLIC, SUGAR, LACTIC ACID.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 15 g
- Serving size
- 15g
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0033698816592
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Frequently asked questions
How much sugar is in Basil Pesto?
Basil Pesto has 44.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Basil Pesto healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Basil Pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Basil Pesto contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 23, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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