Pesto alla genovese by Saclà

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Pesto alla genovese

by Saclà 290 g in Groceries Barcode 8001060013308
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
b
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto alla genovese by Saclà provides 391 kcal per 100 g, with 3.9 g of sugars and 2.9 g of protein. That is 60% 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 and comes in a 290 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
39.9 g · High
Saturated fat
4.8 g · Moderate
Sugars
3.9 g · Low
Salt
2.5 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 391 kcal 194 +101%
Total fat 39.9 g 12.8 +211%
Saturated fat 4.8 g 2.4 +98%
Carbohydrates 3.9 g 16.1 −76%
Total sugars 3.9 g 9.8 −60%
Added sugars 1.3 g 4.8 −74%
Dietary fiber 0 g 2.4 −100%
Protein 2.9 g 2.8
Salt 2.5 g 5.9 −57%

Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other groceries

Calories higher 15%
Sugars lower 49%
Salt higher 31%
Saturated fat higher 18%
Protein top 29%
Fiber top 100%

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

Ingredients

Basilic 47 %, huile de tournesol, fromage [Grana Padano AOP (contient du lysozyme d'oeuf), Pecorino Romano AOP], sel marin, arômes naturels, huile d'olive vierge extra, pignons de pin, noix de cajou, pommes de terre, ail, sirop de glucose, fibres végétales, acide lactique.

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
EggsMilkNuts

Additives 1

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

Product details

Quantity
290 g
Sold in
France
Barcode
8001060013308

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese contains 391 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese has 3.9 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: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 19, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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