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Il pesto fresco alla genovese
Il pesto fresco alla genovese by Giovanni Rana provides 576 kcal per 100 g, with 9.3 g of sugars and 4.7 g of protein. That is 254% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Green pestos category and comes in a 140g pack. Contains: gluten, milk, pinoli.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 576 kcal | 459 +26% |
| Total fat | 57 g | 45.6 +25% |
| Saturated fat | 10 g | 7.2 +38% |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g | 6.3 +58% |
| Total sugars | 9.3 g | 2.6 +254% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.9 −100% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 5.3 −11% |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 2.4 −10% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other green pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
olio extravergine di oliva, basilico genovese DOP 18%, olio di girasole, siero di _latte_ in polvere, _formaggio_ grattugiato 8%, farina di _frumento_, _burro_, sale, _pinoli_ 1.5%, aromi naturali, aglio 1%, _latte_ scremato in polvere, acido lattico, acido ascorbico
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkPinoli
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 140g
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 80765653
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Il pesto fresco alla genovese?
Il pesto fresco alla genovese contains 576 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Il pesto fresco alla genovese?
Il pesto fresco alla genovese has 9.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Il pesto fresco alla genovese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 Il pesto fresco alla genovese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Il pesto fresco alla genovese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Pinoli. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 6, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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