Lighter green pesto by Sainsbury's

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Lighter green pesto

by Sainsbury's 190g in Groceries Barcode 01693607

Pesto sauce

Nutri-Score
Average nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Lighter green pesto by Sainsbury's provides 184 kcal per 100 g, with 0.6 g of sugars and 3.2 g of protein. That is 94% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category and comes in a 190g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
15.6 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
2.6 g · Moderate
Sugars
0.6 g · Low
Salt
1.4 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 184 kcal 194 −5%
Total fat 15.6 g 12.8 +21%
Saturated fat 2.6 g 2.4 +7%
Carbohydrates 6.7 g 16.1 −59%
Total sugars 0.6 g 9.8 −94%
Added sugars 0 g 4.8 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.7 g 2.4 −29%
Protein 3.2 g 2.8 +13%
Salt 1.4 g 5.9 −76%

Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other groceries

Calories higher 39%
Sugars lower 21%
Salt lower 46%
Saturated fat higher 28%
Protein top 27%
Fiber top 32%

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

Ingredients

ouringredients: italian basil (53%), water, olive oi, medium fat hard cheese (cows' milk, preservative: lysozyme (egg) (4%), cashew nuts (4%), vegetable fibre, pecorino romano cheese (sheep's milk) 2%), rice flour, salt, grana padano cheese (cows' milk, preservative:lusozyme (egg) (p%), parmigiano reggiano cheese (cows' milk) (1%), acidity regulator: lactic acid

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
EggsMilkNuts

Additives 2

E1105 - Lysozyme
Preservative

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

Product details

Quantity
190g
Sold in
France, United Kingdom
Barcode
01693607

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Lighter green pesto?

Lighter green pesto contains 184 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Lighter green pesto?

Lighter green pesto has 0.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Lighter green pesto healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Lighter green pesto vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Lighter green pesto contain?

According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 24, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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