Pesto Alla Genovese
Pesto Alla Genovese by Minasso S.R.L. Caravonica (Im) Italy provides 591 kcal per 100 g, with 4.4 g of sugars and 4.4 g of protein. That is 56% 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 Groceries category. Contains: milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 Tbsp (15 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 591 kcal | 89 kcal | 194 +204% | |
| Total fat | 60.9 g | 9.1 g | 12% | 12.8 +374% |
| Saturated fat | 8.7 g | 1.3 g | 7% | 2.4 +259% |
| Carbohydrates | 13 g | 2 g | 1% | 16.1 −19% |
| Total sugars | 4.4 g | 0.7 g | 9.8 −56% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0.3 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.4 −87% |
| Protein | 4.4 g | 0.7 g | 1% | 2.8 +54% |
| Salt | 3.4 g | 0.5 g | 5.9 −43% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59921 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from July 2021. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Low sugar
- 4.4 g sugars per 100 g (EU: no more than 5 g per 100 g)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
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Ingredients
Olive oil, fresh basil, cashew nuts, powdered milk, (lactose), starch, cheese (whey, salt melting), salt, garlic, parmigiano reggiano pdo (parmesan) (cow's milk, salt, rennet), pecorino cheese (sheep's milk, rennet,salt), pine-nuts.
- Allergens
- MilkNuts
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 Tbsp (15 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0081912400508
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto Alla Genovese?
Pesto Alla Genovese contains 591 kcal per 100 g and about 89 kcal per serving (1 Tbsp (15 g)).
How much sugar is in Pesto Alla Genovese?
Pesto Alla Genovese has 4.4 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 4 — ultra-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 2, 2020. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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