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Basil pesto
Basil pesto by Essential Waitrose provides 344 kcal per 100 g, with 1 g of sugars and 3.5 g of protein. That is 90% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 344 kcal | 194 +77% |
| Total fat | 35 g | 12.8 +173% |
| Saturated fat | 5.2 g | 2.4 +114% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.1 g | 16.1 −81% |
| Total sugars | 1 g | 9.8 −90% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 4.8 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.9 g | 2.4 −22% |
| Protein | 3.5 g | 2.8 +24% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 5.9 −91% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, 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, sunflower oil, rapeseed oil, pecorino Romano cheese, ewes milk, grana pedano cheese, milk, egg, cashew nuts, extra virgin olive oil, maize starch, pine nuts, salt, sugar, lactic acid, garlic
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169552346
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Basil pesto?
Basil pesto contains 344 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Basil pesto?
Basil pesto has 1 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 C (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 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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