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Pesto alla Genovese
Pesto alla Genovese by Baresa provides 364 kcal per 100 g, with 2.5 g of sugars and 4.1 g of protein. That is 75% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries 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
Serving size: 0.25 cup (60 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 364 kcal | 218 kcal | 194 +87% | |
| Total fat | 35.9 g | 21.5 g | 28% | 12.8 +180% |
| Saturated fat | 4.3 g | 2.6 g | 13% | 2.4 +77% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.8 g | 2.9 g | 1% | 16.1 −70% |
| Total sugars | 2.5 g | 1.5 g | 9.8 −75% | |
| Added sugars | 1.7 g | 1 g | 2% | 4.8 −65% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.6 g | 1.6 g | 6% | 2.4 +9% |
| Protein | 4.1 g | 2.5 g | 5% | 2.8 +45% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.4 g | 5.9 −88% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
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Ingredients
38% basil, sunflower oil, 11% olive oil, 5% cashews, 4,7% cheese (cow's milk, salt, lysozyme from eggs), 4% yogurt, flavouring, 2% sugar, 1,3% pecorino romano, 1% pine nuts, 1% garlic, lactic acid,
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
- May contain traces
- CeleryFishNutsSulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190 g
- Serving size
- 0.25 cup (60 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Green DotMade in ItalyNutriscoreTriman
- Sold in
- Belgium, France, Italy, Norway, Poland, Spain
- Barcode
- 20069490
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto alla Genovese?
Pesto alla Genovese contains 364 kcal per 100 g and about 218 kcal per serving (0.25 cup (60 g)).
How much sugar is in Pesto alla Genovese?
Pesto alla Genovese has 2.5 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 D (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: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of celery, fish, sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 28, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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