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Pesto alla genovese
Pesto alla genovese by Crai provides 589 kcal per 100 g, with 1.6 g of sugars and 3.7 g of protein. That is 84% 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. Contains: milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 589 kcal | 194 +203% |
| Total fat | 61.8 g | 12.8 +381% |
| Saturated fat | 8.8 g | 2.4 +263% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.1 g | 16.1 −75% |
| Total sugars | 1.6 g | 9.8 −84% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 4.8 −100% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 2.8 +31% |
| Salt | 2.5 g | 5.9 −57% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59927 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
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Ingredients
italian basl 2%, olve ol, sunflower oil, cashews, grated cheeses % milk, salt, rennet, lysozyme from egg pine nuts %, butter, salt, whey powder, dehydratied garic, acidity regulator: lactic potassium sorbate, may contain traces of nuts and potassium sorbate, may contan traces of nuts and peanuts, may exceptionally contain shell fragments, 800289 before:
- Allergens
- MilkNuts
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanuts
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8002895013037
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese contains 589 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese has 1.6 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 peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 30, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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