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Pesto alla genovese
Pesto alla genovese by Grand'Italia provides 470 kcal per 100 g, with 7.6 g of sugars and 7.1 g of protein. That is 189% 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 Green pestos category and comes in a 90 g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (100 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 470 kcal | 470 kcal | 459 | |
| Total fat | 45 g | 45 g | 58% | 45.6 |
| Saturated fat | 5.8 g | 5.8 g | 29% | 7.2 −20% |
| Carbohydrates | 8.5 g | 8.5 g | 3% | 6.3 +34% |
| Total sugars | 7.6 g | 7.6 g | 2.6 +189% | |
| Added sugars | 1.9 g | 1.9 g | 4% | 0.9 +114% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.4 g | 1.4 g | 5% | 2.4 −41% |
| Protein | 7.1 g | 7.1 g | 14% | 5.3 +34% |
| Salt | 2.5 g | 2.5 g | 2.4 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other green pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Zonnebloemolie, basilicum 34%, Grana Padano kaas DOP (be ei) 8,4%, amandelen, weipoeder (bevat melk), zout, suiker, extra vierge oile 1.0% zuurteregelaar: melkzuur, pijnboompitten, natuurlijk aroma eiwiticoncentraat (bevat melk), knoflook. Kan andere noten bevatten. GLUTENRI *Consumenten smaaktest in de Nederlandse markt. Ga naar granditalia.nl FRI PESTO ALLA GENOVESE (AU BASILIC FRAIS) INGRÉDIENTS: Huile de tournesol, basilic 34%, fromage Grana Padano DOP (contient oeuf) 8,4%, amandes, poudre de lactosérum (contient lait), sel, sucre, huile d'olive vierge extra 1,0%, correcteur d'acidité: acide lactique, pignons de arôme naturel, concentré de protéines de lactosérum (contient lait), ail. Pet contenir d'autres fruits à coque. SANS GLUTEN. GranFood B.V., Zuiderweg 12, 2289 BN Rijswijk, Nederland. Geproduceerd door/Fabriqué par: STAR INDUSTRIALE S... Via Matteotti, 142, 20864 Agrate Brianza (MB), Italië.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 90 g
- Serving size
- 1 portion (100 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- Netherlands
- Barcode
- 80024095
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese contains 470 kcal per 100 g and about 470 kcal per serving (1 portion (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese has 7.6 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, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 3, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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