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Pesto
Pesto by Esselunga provides 480 kcal per 100 g, with 0.2 g of sugars and 13.1 g of protein. That is 98% 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 and comes in a 140g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 480 kcal | 194 +147% |
| Total fat | 39 g | 12.8 +204% |
| Saturated fat | 8.2 g | 2.4 +238% |
| Carbohydrates | 18.6 g | 16.1 +15% |
| Total sugars | 0.2 g | 9.8 −98% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 4.8 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 2.4 −50% |
| Protein | 13.1 g | 2.8 +363% |
| Salt | 2.1 g | 5.9 −64% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59927 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
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Ingredients
basilico Genovese DOP' 31%, olio extravergine di oliva',, formaggio Parmigiano Reggiano* DOP, pinoli* 17%, Pecorino Romano* DOP, sale marino, antiossidante: acido ascorbico
- Allergens
- Milk
- May contain traces
- CeleryCrustaceansEggsFishGlutenMolluscsMustardNutsPeanutsSesame seedsSoybeans
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 140g
- Labels & certifications
- OrganicEU OrganicIT-BIO-014
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8002330011420
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto?
Pesto contains 480 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto?
Pesto has 0.2 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); 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. It may also contain traces of celery, crustaceans, eggs, fish, gluten, molluscs, mustard, nuts, peanuts, sesame seeds, soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
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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