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Pesto
Pesto by Emma Giordani provides 489 kcal per 100 g, with 8.4 g of sugars and 4 g of protein. That is 219% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Green pestos category and comes in a 140 g 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 | 489 kcal | 459 +7% |
| Total fat | 45 g | 45.6 |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 7.2 −31% |
| Carbohydrates | 16 g | 6.3 +153% |
| Total sugars | 8.4 g | 2.6 +219% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.9 −100% |
| Protein | 4 g | 5.3 −24% |
| Salt | 2.4 g | 2.4 |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 660 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.
Ingredients
Olio di girasole, basilico (28%), siero di latte in polvere, fecola di patate, formaggio da grattugia (latte) (4,1%), sale, pinoli (1,5%), aromi, antiossidante (acido ascorbico), aglio.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 140 g
- Labels & certifications
- Made in Italy
- Sold in
- France, Italy
- Barcode
- 8006515003446
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto?
Pesto contains 489 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto?
Pesto has 8.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate 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 4 — ultra-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. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 15, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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