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Pesto a la genovese
Pesto a la genovese by Monoprix provides 286 kcal per 100 g, with 1.1 g of sugars and 4.4 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 Green pestos category and comes in a 190 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | 459 −38% |
| Total fat | 27 g | 45.6 −41% |
| Saturated fat | 4.7 g | 7.2 −35% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.4 g | 6.3 −15% |
| Total sugars | 1.1 g | 2.6 −58% |
| Added sugars | 1.2 g | 0.9 +30% |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 2.4 −16% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 5.3 −17% |
| Salt | 2.9 g | 2.4 +21% |
*% 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
Basilic 30,5% - eau - huile de tournesol - fromage Grana Padano AOP (contient du lysozyme d'œuf) 7% - huile d'olive vierge extra 7% - sel - fromage Pecorino Romano ADP 2% - sirop de glucose - flocons de pomme de terre - farine de noix de cajou - correcteur d'acidité : acide lactique - pignons 0,3% - arôme naturel de basilic - antioxydant : acide ascorbique.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190 g
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 3350033757912
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto a la genovese?
Pesto a la genovese contains 286 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto a la genovese?
Pesto a la genovese has 1.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pesto a la genovese 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 a la genovese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pesto a la genovese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 4, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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