Pesto alla genovese

by Coop 120 g in Green pestos Barcode 8001120703781
Bad nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto alla genovese by Coop provides 607 kcal per 100 g, with 2.2 g of sugars and 2.9 g of protein. That is 16% 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 Green pestos category and comes in a 120 g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
64 g · High
Saturated fat
7.8 g · High
Sugars
2.2 g · Low
Salt
2 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 607 kcal 459 +32%
Total fat 64 g 45.6 +40%
Saturated fat 7.8 g 7.2 +8%
Carbohydrates 4.2 g 6.3 −34%
Total sugars 2.2 g 2.6 −16%
Added sugars 0 g 0.9 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.3 g 2.4 −45%
Protein 2.9 g 5.3 −45%
Salt 2 g 2.4 −16%

Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories higher 8%
Sugars higher 48%
Salt lower 35%
Saturated fat higher 32%
Protein top 92%
Fiber top 72%

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

Ingredients

Olio di semi di girasole, "Basilico Genovese D.O.P." 20%, anacardi, fibra vegetale, formaggio "Grana Padano D.O.P." (latte, sale, caglio, lisozima proteina dell'uovo), pinoli, aglio, aroma, antiossidante: acido ascorbico, conservante: adido sorbico

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
MilkNuts
May contain traces
CeleryFishNuts

Additives 1

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

Product details

Quantity
120 g
Labels & certifications
No gluten
Sold in
Italy
Barcode
8001120703781

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese contains 607 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?

Pesto alla genovese has 2.2 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: Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of celery, fish. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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