Pesto alla genovese by La vie claire

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Pesto alla genovese

by La vie claire 130 g in Green pestos Barcode 3266191103594

Sauce Pesto

Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto alla genovese by La vie claire provides 644 kcal per 100 g, with 0.8 g of sugars and 7.5 g of protein. That is 70% 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 Green pestos category and comes in a 130 g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
63 g · High
Saturated fat
9.7 g · High
Sugars
0.8 g · Low
Salt
2.6 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 644 kcal 459 +40%
Total fat 63 g 45.6 +38%
Saturated fat 9.7 g 7.2 +34%
Carbohydrates 11 g 6.3 +74%
Total sugars 0.8 g 2.6 −70%
Added sugars 0 g 0.9 −100%
Dietary fiber 2.6 g 2.4 +10%
Protein 7.5 g 5.3 +42%
Salt 2.6 g 2.4 +9%

Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories higher 3%
Sugars lower 22%
Salt higher 35%
Saturated fat higher 18%
Protein top 16%
Fiber top 26%

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

Ingredients

Huile d'olive vierge extra 35%, noix de cajou, basilic de Gènes A.O.P à l'huile vierge extra 26,5% (basilic de Gênes A.O.P 48%, huile d'olive vierge extra 45%, sel), graines de lin hachées, noix, Parmigiano Reggiano A.O.P 1% (lait, sel, présure), sel, pignons de pin 0,5%, ail.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
MilkNuts

Product details

Quantity
130 g
Labels & certifications
OrganicEU OrganicFR-BIO-01Green DotAb agriculture biologique
Sold in
France
Barcode
3266191103594

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese contains 644 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese has 0.8 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 March 23, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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