Pesto alla Genovese

130 g in Green pestos Barcode 8720687833556
Bad nutritional quality
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto alla Genovese provides 654 kcal per 100 g, with 1 g of sugars and 5.9 g of protein. That is 62% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E. It is listed in the Green pestos category and comes in a 130 g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
64 g · High
Saturated fat
10.2 g · High
Sugars
1 g · Low
Salt
2.4 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 654 kcal 459 +42%
Total fat 64 g 45.6 +40%
Saturated fat 10.2 g 7.2 +41%
Carbohydrates 10 g 6.3 +58%
Total sugars 1 g 2.6 −62%
Protein 5.9 g 5.3 +11%
Salt 2.4 g 2.4

Category average across 663 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories higher 1%
Sugars lower 27%
Salt higher 42%
Saturated fat higher 11%
Protein top 29%

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

Product details

Quantity
130 g
Labels & certifications
OrganicEU Organic
Sold in
France
Barcode
8720687833556

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto alla Genovese?

Pesto alla Genovese contains 654 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto alla Genovese?

Pesto alla Genovese has 1 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). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 26, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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