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Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce
Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce by Barilla provides 500 kcal per 100 g, with 6.7 g of sugars and 5 g of protein. That is 32% 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 and comes in a 6.2 oz pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1/4 cup (60 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 500 kcal | 300 kcal | 194 +157% | |
| Total fat | 43.3 g | 26 g | 33% | 12.8 +237% |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 3 g | 15% | 2.4 +106% |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g | 12 g | 4% | 16.1 +24% |
| Total sugars | 6.7 g | 4 g | 9.8 −32% | |
| Added sugars | 1.7 g | 1 g | 2% | 4.8 −65% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.7 g | 4 g | 14% | 2.4 +179% |
| Protein | 5 g | 3 g | 6% | 2.8 +77% |
| Salt | 3.2 g | 1.9 g | 5.9 −46% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59921 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from June 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- High fiber
- 6.7 g fiber per 100 g (EU: at least 6 g per 100 g or 3 g per 100 kcal)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
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Ingredients
sunflower oil, basil, cashews, grana padano cheese (cultured milk, salt, enzymes [egg]), whey powder, salt, pecorino romano cheese (sheep's milk, salt, enzymes), sugar, extra virgin olive oil, basil extract, natural flavor (milk), garlic, buttermilk powde
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Product details
- Quantity
- 6.2 oz
- Serving size
- 1/4 cup (60 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0076808008906
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce?
Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce contains 500 kcal per 100 g and about 300 kcal per serving (1/4 cup (60 g)).
How much sugar is in Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce?
Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce has 6.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce 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 Creamy Genovese Sauce vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pesto Creamy Genovese Sauce 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 17, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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