Pesto alla genovese by Nestlé

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Pesto alla genovese

by Nestlé 140 g in Groceries Barcode 8000300345575
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto alla genovese by Nestlé provides 474 kcal per 100 g, with 11 g of sugars and 6 g of protein. That is 12% 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 Groceries category and comes in a 140 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
44 g · High
Saturated fat
7 g · High
Sugars
11 g · Moderate
Salt
2 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 474 kcal 194 +144%
Total fat 44 g 12.8 +243%
Saturated fat 7 g 2.4 +189%
Carbohydrates 12 g 16.1 −26%
Total sugars 11 g 9.8 +12%
Added sugars 5.5 g 4.8 +15%
Dietary fiber 1 g 2.4 −58%
Protein 6 g 2.8 +112%
Salt 2 g 5.9 −66%

Category average across 59920 Groceries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other groceries

Calories higher 10%
Sugars higher 27%
Salt higher 39%
Saturated fat higher 10%
Protein top 15%
Fiber top 44%

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

Ingredients

basilico 31,5%, olio di girasole, siero di latte in polvere, olio extra vergine d'oliva 10%, formaggio, pecorino, formaggio grana padano 5%, destrosio, pinoli 1,5%, sale, aglio 0,5%, aromi naturali

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
EggsMilk
May contain traces
Eggs

Product details

Quantity
140 g
Labels & certifications
No glutenNo preservativesnatural flavors
Sold in
France
Barcode
8000300345575

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese contains 474 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese has 11 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: Eggs, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 15, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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