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Pesto Basil
Pesto Basil by Cucina provides 395 kcal per 100 g, with 2.8 g of sugars and 3.7 g of protein. That is 72% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Groceries category and comes in a 190 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 | 395 kcal | 395 kcal | 194 +103% | |
| Total fat | 39 g | 39 g | 50% | 12.8 +204% |
| Saturated fat | 5.3 g | 5.3 g | 27% | 2.4 +118% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.2 g | 6.2 g | 2% | 16.1 −62% |
| Total sugars | 2.8 g | 2.8 g | 9.8 −72% | |
| Added sugars | 2.5 g | 2.5 g | 5% | 4.8 −48% |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 2 g | 7% | 2.4 −16% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 3.7 g | 7% | 2.8 +31% |
| Salt | 2.2 g | 2.2 g | 5.9 −62% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
BASIL (46%), Sunflower Seed Oil, GRANA PADANO PDO CHEESE (5%) (Grana Padano Cheese (Milk), Lysozyme (Egg)), CASHEW NUTS (5%), Glucose, Salt, Potato Flakes (Potato, Paprika, Turmeric), Lactic Acid, Pine Nuts, PECORINO ROMANO PDO CHEESE (MILK) (0.5%), Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190 g
- Serving size
- 1 portion (100 g)
- Sold in
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 4088600074948
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto Basil?
Pesto Basil contains 395 kcal per 100 g and about 395 kcal per serving (1 portion (100 g)).
How much sugar is in Pesto Basil?
Pesto Basil has 2.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pesto Basil healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Basil vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pesto Basil 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 April 8, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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