Basil Pesto by Waitrose & Partners

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Basil Pesto

by Waitrose & Partners 190 g in Groceries Barcode 5000169055472
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Basil Pesto by Waitrose & Partners provides 453 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 4.5 g of protein. That is 95% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category and comes in a 190 g pack. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
46.9 g · High
Saturated fat
9.6 g · High
Sugars
0.5 g · Low
Salt
1.1 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 2 tbsp

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 453 kcal 194 +133%
Total fat 46.9 g 12.8 +265%
Saturated fat 9.6 g 2.4 +296%
Carbohydrates 2.3 g 16.1 −86%
Total sugars 0.5 g 9.8 −95%
Added sugars 0 g 4.8 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.6 g 2.4 −33%
Protein 4.5 g 2.8 +59%
Salt 1.1 g 5.9 −81%

Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other groceries

Calories higher 11%
Sugars lower 19%
Salt lower 37%
Saturated fat higher 6%
Protein top 20%
Fiber top 36%

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

Ingredients

BOST (49%), olive oil, Pecorino Romano cheese (ewes milk), cashew nut evenes goric, soit, acidity regulator (lactic acid)

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
Milk

Additives 1

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

Product details

Quantity
190 g
Serving size
2 tbsp
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5000169055472

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Basil Pesto?

Basil Pesto contains 453 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Basil Pesto?

Basil Pesto has 0.5 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 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: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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