Pesto Alla Genovese by De Cecco

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Pesto Alla Genovese

by De Cecco 6.7 oz in Pestos Barcode 0024094002108
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto Alla Genovese by De Cecco provides 467 kcal per 100 g, with 3.3 g of sugars and 6.7 g of protein. That is 14% 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 Pestos category and comes in a 6.7 oz pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
48.3 g · High
Saturated fat
8.3 g · High
Sugars
3.3 g · Low
Salt
3.3 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 60g

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 467 kcal 280 kcal 402 +16%
Total fat 48.3 g 29 g 37% 38.4 +26%
Saturated fat 8.3 g 5 g 25% 5.8 +43%
Carbohydrates 5 g 3 g 1% 8.1 −38%
Total sugars 3.3 g 2 g 3.9 −14%
Dietary fiber 3.3 g 2 g 7% 2.8 +19%
Protein 6.7 g 4 g 8% 5.1 +30%
Salt 3.3 g 2 g 2.1 +62%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 809 Pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other pestos

Calories higher 30%
Sugars lower 50%
Salt higher 8%
Saturated fat higher 16%
Protein top 23%
Fiber top 25%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

basil, extra virgin olive oil, cashew flour, Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese, salt, pine nuts, potato flakes, sugar, lactic acid, ascorbic acid

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
MilkNuts

Additives 1

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
6.7 oz
Serving size
60g
Sold in
United States
Barcode
0024094002108

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto Alla Genovese?

Pesto Alla Genovese contains 467 kcal per 100 g and about 280 kcal per serving (60g).

How much sugar is in Pesto Alla Genovese?

Pesto Alla Genovese has 3.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Pesto Alla Genovese 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 Alla Genovese vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Pesto Alla Genovese contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated October 25, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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