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Pesto
Pesto provides 409 kcal per 100 g, with 1.8 g of sugars and 3.6 g of protein. That is 54% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D. It is listed in the Pestos category.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 409 kcal | 402 |
| Total fat | 39.2 g | 38.4 |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 5.8 −23% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.5 g | 8.1 +54% |
| Total sugars | 1.8 g | 3.9 −54% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.8 g | 2.8 −37% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 5.1 −31% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 2.1 −37% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 806 Pestos products on Foodmetria.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Low sugar
- 1.8 g sugars per 100 g (EU: no more than 5 g per 100 g)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Ingredient list not available.
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0041190084364
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto?
Pesto contains 409 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto?
Pesto has 1.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pesto healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 13, 2024. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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