Original Pesto
Original Pesto by Candoni provides 508 kcal per 100 g, with 3.4 g of sugars and 5.1 g of protein. That is 66% 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 Groceries category. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (59 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 508 kcal | 300 kcal | 194 +161% | |
| Total fat | 50.9 g | 30 g | 38% | 12.8 +296% |
| Saturated fat | 6.8 g | 4 g | 20% | 2.4 +179% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.8 g | 4 g | 1% | 16.1 −58% |
| Total sugars | 3.4 g | 2 g | 9.8 −66% | |
| Dietary fiber | 1.7 g | 1 g | 4% | 2.4 −29% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 3 g | 6% | 2.8 +80% |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 1 g | 5.9 −71% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59927 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from October 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
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Ingredients
Sunflower oil basil, grana padano cheese, (cow' milk, salt, rennet, lysozyme from egg), cashews, extra virgin olive oil, potato flakes, pine nuts, pecorino cheese (sheep's milk, lamb rennet, salt), salt, glucone delta lactone, sugar, garlic.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Product details
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (59 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0785328019858
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Original Pesto?
Original Pesto contains 508 kcal per 100 g and about 300 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (59 g)).
How much sugar is in Original Pesto?
Original Pesto has 3.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Original 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 Original Pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Original 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 April 22, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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