Itailian Pesto by Marks & Spencer

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Itailian Pesto

by Marks & Spencer in Green pestos Barcode 29273812
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Itailian Pesto by Marks & Spencer provides 395 kcal per 100 g, with 1.2 g of sugars and 4.5 g of protein. That is 54% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Green pestos category. Contains: milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
40.6 g · High
Saturated fat
7.8 g · High
Sugars
1.2 g · Low
Salt
3.3 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 395 kcal 459 −14%
Total fat 40.6 g 45.6 −11%
Saturated fat 7.8 g 7.2 +8%
Carbohydrates 2 g 6.3 −68%
Total sugars 1.2 g 2.6 −54%
Added sugars 0 g 0.9 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.7 g 2.4 −28%
Protein 4.5 g 5.3 −15%
Salt 3.3 g 2.4 +36%

Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories lower 29%
Sugars lower 31%
Salt higher 16%
Saturated fat higher 32%
Protein top 62%
Fiber top 58%

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

Ingredients

Basil (47%) - Extra Virgin Olive Oil (32%) Parmigiano Reggiano PDO (Mik) (7%)-Pine Kernels Sea Salt-Carlic-Sugar - Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid Acidity Regulator Ascorbic Acid nut allergy

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
Milk

Product details

Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
29273812

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Itailian Pesto?

Itailian Pesto contains 395 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Itailian Pesto?

Itailian Pesto has 1.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Itailian Pesto healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 Itailian Pesto vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Itailian Pesto contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk. 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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