Basil Pesto

by H-E-B 6.7 oz in Pasta sauces Barcode 0041220572793
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Basil Pesto by H-E-B provides 320 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 4 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Pasta sauces category and comes in a 6.7 oz pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts, soybeans.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
30 g · High
Saturated fat
5 g · Moderate
Sugars
0 g · Low
Salt
1.2 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 1/4 cup (50 g)

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 320 kcal 160 kcal 157 +104%
Total fat 30 g 15 g 19% 12.8 +135%
Saturated fat 5 g 2.5 g 13% 3.1 +60%
Carbohydrates 10 g 5 g 2% 6.5 +53%
Total sugars 0 g 0 g 4 −100%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 1 −100%
Dietary fiber 4 g 2 g 7% 1.6 +155%
Protein 4 g 2 g 4% 3.6 +10%
Salt 1.2 g 0.6 g 1.3 −14%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 903 Pasta sauces products on Foodmetria.

Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from August 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.

Compared with other pasta sauces

Calories higher 14%
Sugars lower 1%
Salt higher 41%
Saturated fat higher 19%
Protein top 28%
Fiber top 3%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Basil, vegetable oil (sunflower, canola, corn, olive and/or soybean oil), Pecorino Romano cheese (sheep's milk, salt, animal rennet, cheese cultures), water, cashews, bamboo fiber, Grana Padano cheese (cow's milk, salt, animal rennet, egg lysozyme), salt, extra virgin olive oil, pine nuts, lactic acid, citric acid, sugar, potato starch, garlic powder, natural basil flavor, ascorbic acid.

Palm oil freeNot veganNot vegetarian
Allergens
EggsMilkNutsSoybeans

Additives 3

E1105 - Lysozyme
Preservative

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
6.7 oz
Serving size
1/4 cup (50 g)
Labels & certifications
Made in Italy
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0041220572793

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Basil Pesto?

Basil Pesto contains 320 kcal per 100 g and about 160 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (50 g)).

How much sugar is in Basil Pesto?

Basil Pesto has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Basil Pesto healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-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, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 9, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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