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Pesto
Pesto by Despar provides 596 kcal per 100 g, with 2 g of sugars and 5.1 g of protein. That is 24% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E. It is listed in the Green pestos category and comes in a 140 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 596 kcal | 459 +30% |
| Total fat | 61 g | 45.6 +34% |
| Saturated fat | 7.9 g | 7.2 +9% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.3 g | 6.3 −16% |
| Total sugars | 2 g | 2.6 −24% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 5.3 |
| Salt | 2.5 g | 2.4 +5% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 663 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other green pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Product details
- Quantity
- 140 g
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8001300610298
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto?
Pesto contains 596 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto?
Pesto has 2 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). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 30, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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