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Pesto alla calabrese
Pesto alla calabrese by Polli provides 301 kcal per 100 g, with 5.9 g of sugars and 3.8 g of protein. That is 52% 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 Pestos category and comes in a 2 x 90 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 301 kcal | 402 −25% |
| Total fat | 27 g | 38.4 −30% |
| Saturated fat | 4.4 g | 5.8 −24% |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g | 8.1 +24% |
| Total sugars | 5.9 g | 3.9 +52% |
| Added sugars | 5.5 g | 1.2 +336% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.5 g | 2.8 −47% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 5.1 −26% |
| Salt | 2.8 g | 2.1 +36% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 809 Pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Peperoni 40% (origine: Italia), olio di semi di girasole, ricotta fresca 12% (siero di LATTE LATTE, PANNA, sale, correttore di acidità: acido citrico), doppio concentrato di pomodoro 8,2%, cipolla, siero di LATTE permeato, zucchero, olio extra vergine di oliva 2%, sciroppo di glucosio, amido di mais, sale, Grana Padano DOP 1% (LATTE, sale, caglio, conservante: lisozima da UOVO), Pecorino Romano DOP 1% (LATTE di pecora, sale, čaglio), formaggio grattugiato 1% (LATTE sale, caglio peperoncino 0,1%, origano, correttore di acidità: acido lattico; antiossidante: acido ascorbico. Può contenere FRUTTA A GUSCIO, ARACHIDI, PESCE, SEDANO SOA SESAMO & SOLFITE
- Allergens
- EggsMilk
- May contain traces
- FishNutsPeanuts
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 2 x 90 g
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8001310008443
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto alla calabrese?
Pesto alla calabrese contains 301 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto alla calabrese?
Pesto alla calabrese has 5.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pesto alla calabrese 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 alla calabrese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pesto alla calabrese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk. It may also contain traces of fish, nuts, peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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