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Pesto
Pesto by Barilla provides 517 kcal per 100 ml, with 4.2 g of sugars and 4.7 g of protein. That is 58% less 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 Saucen category and comes in a 90ml pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 ml
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds for drinks.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 ml | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 517 kcal | 182 +184% |
| Total fat | 52 g | 11.9 +337% |
| Saturated fat | 5.3 g | 1.9 +179% |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 14 −57% |
| Total sugars | 4.2 g | 10.1 −58% |
| Added sugars | 0.6 g | 7 −91% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.9 g | 1.7 +75% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 3.6 +32% |
| Salt | 3.5 g | 3.1 +12% |
*% Daily Value for 100 ml, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 41 Saucen products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other saucen
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pflanzliche Öle (Olive, Sonnenblume), Basilikum 30%, Cashewkerne Pampero Reggiano g.U. Käse 5% (Milch), Molkepulver (Milch), Salz, Zucker, natives Olivenöl extra, Buttermilchpulver Mich Ballumedrakt, natürliche Aromen (Milch), Säureregulator: Milchsäure, Knoblauch. Kann Spuren von anderen Shalerrichten (Hartschalenobst) enthalten. Nach dem Öffnen gekühlt 5 Tage haltbar.
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 90ml
- Labels & certifications
- Made in Italy
- Sold in
- Austria, Germany, Morocco
- Barcode
- 8076809580472
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto?
Pesto contains 517 kcal per 100 ml.
How much sugar is in Pesto?
Pesto has 4.2 g of sugars per 100 ml, 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 26, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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