Pesto by Ja!

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Pesto

by Ja! 190g in Green pestos Barcode 4337256753463
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto by Ja! provides 405 kcal per 100 g, with 1.9 g of sugars and 4.5 g of protein. That is 28% 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 and comes in a 190g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
41 g · High
Saturated fat
5.4 g · High
Sugars
1.9 g · Low
Salt
2.8 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 405 kcal 459 −12%
Total fat 41 g 45.6 −10%
Saturated fat 5.4 g 7.2 −25%
Carbohydrates 4.1 g 6.3 −35%
Total sugars 1.9 g 2.6 −28%
Added sugars 1.4 g 0.9 +57%
Dietary fiber 0.8 g 2.4 −66%
Protein 4.5 g 5.3 −15%
Salt 2.8 g 2.4 +17%

Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories lower 33%
Sugars lower 47%
Salt higher 29%
Saturated fat lower 31%
Protein top 62%
Fiber top 90%

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

Ingredients

Basilikum 48,3%, Sonnenblumenöl, Cashewkerne 6%, Speisesalz, natives Olivenöl extra, Parmigiano Reggiano g.U. Käse 2% (Milch, Speisesalz, Lab), Pecorino Romano g.U. Käse 2% (aus Schafsmilch) Zucker, Pinienkerne 1%, Knoblauch, Säureregulator (Milchsäure), Antioxidationsmittel (Ascorbinsäure). Kann Spuren von anderen Schalenfrüchten und Erdnüssen enthalten.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
MilkNuts
May contain traces
NutsPeanuts

Additives 2

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

Product details

Quantity
190g
Labels & certifications
NutriscoreNutriscore Grade E
Sold in
Germany
Barcode
4337256753463

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto?

Pesto contains 405 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto?

Pesto has 1.9 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 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 Pesto vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Pesto contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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