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Basil Pesto
Basil Pesto by Roland provides 623 kcal per 100 g, with 7 g of sugars and 6 g of protein. That is 29% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category. Contains: milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 jar (85 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 623 kcal | 530 kcal | 194 +221% | |
| Total fat | 53 g | 45.1 g | 58% | 12.8 +313% |
| Saturated fat | 7 g | 6 g | 30% | 2.4 +188% |
| Carbohydrates | 13 g | 11.1 g | 4% | 16.1 −19% |
| Total sugars | 7 g | 6 g | 9.8 −29% | |
| Dietary fiber | 5 g | 4.3 g | 15% | 2.4 +109% |
| Protein | 6 g | 5.1 g | 10% | 2.8 +112% |
| Salt | 14 g | 11.9 g | 5.9 +139% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from December 2022. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other groceries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Olive oil, sunflower oil, basil, cashews, corn starch, rice flour, whey, non fat dry milk, salt, wine vinegar, garlic, hard and parmesan cheese (milk, culture, salt, enzymes), citric acid, lactic acid.
- Allergens
- MilkNuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 jar (85 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041224469020
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Basil Pesto?
Basil Pesto contains 623 kcal per 100 g and about 530 kcal per serving (1 jar (85 g)).
How much sugar is in Basil Pesto?
Basil Pesto has 7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate 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 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: Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 6, 2022. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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