Green Basil Pesto Paste
Green Basil Pesto Paste by Napoleon provides 250 kcal per 100 g, with 6.3 g of sugars and 3.1 g of protein. That is 45% 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 Sauces category and comes in a 5.64 oz/160 g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 Tbsp (32 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 250 kcal | 80 kcal | 216 +16% | |
| Total fat | 21.9 g | 7 g | 9% | 13.9 +57% |
| Saturated fat | 3.1 g | 1 g | 5% | 2.3 +34% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.5 g | 4 g | 1% | 16.5 −24% |
| Total sugars | 6.3 g | 2 g | 11.3 −45% | |
| Added sugarsUSDA | 6.2 g | 2 g | 4% | 7.8 −20% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.1 g | 1 g | 4% | 1.3 +143% |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 1 g | 2% | 2.2 +41% |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 0.8 g | 2.5 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2955 Sauces products on Foodmetria.
Serving size and added sugars from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other sauces
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Basil, Sunflower Oil, Water, Parmigiano-Reggiano Dop, Cashew Nuts, Dextrose, Salt, Modified Corn Starch, Corn Starch, Vegetable Fibers, Sodium Caseinate, Natural Basil Aroma, Garlic, Citric Acid, Lactic Acid, Ascorbic Acid.
- Allergens
- MilkNuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 5.64 oz/160 g
- Serving size
- 2 Tbsp (32 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041253360084
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Green Basil Pesto Paste?
Green Basil Pesto Paste contains 250 kcal per 100 g and about 80 kcal per serving (2 Tbsp (32 g)).
How much sugar is in Green Basil Pesto Paste?
Green Basil Pesto Paste has 6.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Green Basil Pesto Paste 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 Paste vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Green Basil Pesto Paste 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 3, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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