Pesto alla genovese

by Italiamo 180 g in Green pestos Barcode 0204244667283
Bad nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto alla genovese by Italiamo provides 583 kcal per 100 g, with 9.8 g of sugars and 5.1 g of protein. That is 273% 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 Green pestos category and comes in a 180 g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
56.4 g · High
Saturated fat
7.1 g · High
Sugars
9.8 g · Moderate
Salt
2.8 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 583 kcal 459 +27%
Total fat 56.4 g 45.6 +24%
Saturated fat 7.1 g 7.2
Carbohydrates 11.8 g 6.3 +87%
Total sugars 9.8 g 2.6 +273%
Added sugars 0 g 0.9 −100%
Dietary fiber 3.9 g 2.4 +65%
Protein 5.1 g 5.3
Salt 2.8 g 2.4 +17%

Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories higher 14%
Sugars higher 1%
Salt higher 29%
Saturated fat higher 41%
Protein top 47%
Fiber top 11%

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

Ingredients

30% huile de tournesol, 30% Basilico Genovese A.O.P.,9% noix de cajou, 9% huile d'olive vierge extra, fromage en poudre (fromage (lait, sel, présure), poudre lactosérum (lait), sel, sel de fonte: phosphates de sodium), poudre de lactosérum a Padano A.O.P. (lait, sel, présure, conservateur : lysozyme (contient ceuf), 2% Pecorino Rome AOP: lait de brebis, sel, presure d'agneau, ferments lactiques), ail, 2% pignons de pin, sel, fire de bambou, correcteur d'acidité acide citrique. Traces éventuelles d'arachides et d'aute Fruits à coque.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
MilkNuts
May contain traces
Peanuts

Additives 2

E1105 - Lysozyme
Preservative

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

Product details

Quantity
180 g
Sold in
France
Barcode
0204244667283

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese contains 583 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese has 9.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate 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. It may also contain traces of peanuts. 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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