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Green pesto
Green pesto by Asda provides 161 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 2.7 g of protein. That is 95% 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 and comes in a 190 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 tsp (100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 161 kcal | 161 kcal | 194 −17% | |
| Total fat | 15 g | 15 g | 19% | 12.8 +17% |
| Saturated fat | 2.1 g | 2.1 g | 11% | 2.4 −13% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.9 g | 3.9 g | 1% | 16.1 −76% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0.5 g | 9.8 −95% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.8 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.8 g | 1.8 g | 6% | 2.4 −25% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 2.7 g | 5% | 2.8 −5% |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 1.1 g | 5.9 −82% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59927 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Basil (50%), Water, Sunflower Oil, Grana Padano Cheese (2.5%) [Grana Padano Cheese (made from Unpasteurised Milk), Preservative (Egg Lysozyme)], Cashew Nuts (2.0%), Salt, Pecorino Romano Cheese (from Ewe's Milk) (1.0%), Rice Starch, Pine Nuts (0.8%), Acidity Regulator (Lactic Acid), Antioxidant (Ascorbic Acid), Garlic Powder (Garlic Powder, Preservative (Sulphur Dioxide]).
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNutsSulphur dioxide and sulphites
- May contain traces
- Sesame seeds
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190 g
- Serving size
- 1 tsp (100 g)
- Labels & certifications
- With Sunflower oil
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5050854467325
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Green pesto?
Green pesto contains 161 kcal per 100 g and about 161 kcal per serving (1 tsp (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Green pesto?
Green pesto has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Green 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 Green pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Green pesto contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. It may also contain traces of sesame seeds. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 11, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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