Green Basil Pesto by Marks & Spencers

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Green Basil Pesto

by Marks & Spencers 190 g in Groceries Barcode 00744607
Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Green Basil Pesto by Marks & Spencers provides 323 kcal per 100 g, with 2.6 g of sugars and 5.7 g of protein. That is 74% 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 Groceries category and comes in a 190 g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
30.3 g · High
Saturated fat
5.6 g · High
Sugars
2.6 g · Low
Salt
1.8 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 323 kcal 194 +66%
Total fat 30.3 g 12.8 +136%
Saturated fat 5.6 g 2.4 +131%
Carbohydrates 5 g 16.1 −69%
Total sugars 2.6 g 9.8 −74%
Added sugars 0 g 4.8 −100%
Dietary fiber 3.8 g 2.4 +59%
Protein 5.7 g 2.8 +102%
Salt 1.8 g 5.9 −69%

Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other groceries

Calories higher 21%
Sugars lower 35%
Salt higher 43%
Saturated fat higher 15%
Protein top 16%
Fiber top 12%

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

Ingredients

Basil (48%), Olive Oil, Pine Kernels, Cashew Nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (Milk) (4.5%), Pecorino Romano Cheese (Milk) (4.5%), Sugar, Carlic, Salt, Flavourings, Lactic Acid.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
MilkNuts

Additives 1

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

Product details

Quantity
190 g
Labels & certifications
Made in Italy
Sold in
France, United Kingdom
Barcode
00744607

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Green Basil Pesto?

Green Basil Pesto contains 323 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Green Basil Pesto?

Green Basil Pesto has 2.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Green 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 Green Basil Pesto vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Green 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 March 12, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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