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Pesto alla genovese
Pesto alla genovese provides 561 kcal per 100 g, with 1.4 g of sugars and 4.2 g of protein. That is 64% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is listed in the Pestos category and comes in a 135 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 561 kcal | 402 +40% |
| Total fat | 57 g | 38.4 +48% |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 5.8 −14% |
| Carbohydrates | 7.8 g | 8.1 |
| Total sugars | 1.4 g | 3.9 −64% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 5.1 −18% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 806 Pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Product details
- Quantity
- 135 g
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8007830820039
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese contains 561 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese has 1.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
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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