Pesto genovese

by Ciro 180 g in Groceries Barcode 3760014294518
Poor nutritional quality
Processed culinary ingredient
Green-Score
c
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto genovese by Ciro provides 476 kcal per 100 g, with 1.9 g of sugars and 5.2 g of protein. That is 81% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 2 (processed culinary ingredient). It is listed in the Groceries category and comes in a 180 g pack. Contains: milk, nuts.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
48 g · High
Saturated fat
6.5 g · High
Sugars
1.9 g · Low
Salt
2.4 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 476 kcal 194 +145%
Total fat 48 g 12.8 +274%
Saturated fat 6.5 g 2.4 +168%
Carbohydrates 4.6 g 16.1 −72%
Total sugars 1.9 g 9.8 −81%
Added sugars 0 g 4.8 −100%
Dietary fiber 2.6 g 2.4 +9%
Protein 5.2 g 2.8 +84%
Salt 2.4 g 5.9 −59%

Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other groceries

Calories higher 10%
Sugars lower 31%
Salt higher 32%
Saturated fat higher 12%
Protein top 18%
Fiber top 23%

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

Ingredients

Huile de tournesol, basilic italien (28%), noix de cajou, sel fromage Pecorino (lait de brebis, sel, présure) pignons, ail, antioxydant: acide ascorbique; conservateur: sorbate de potassium; correcteur d'acidité: acide citrique.

Palm oil freeNot veganMaybe vegetarian
Allergens
MilkNuts

Additives 3

High overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
180 g
Labels & certifications
No glutenMade in Italy
Sold in
France
Barcode
3760014294518

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto genovese?

Pesto genovese contains 476 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto genovese?

Pesto genovese has 1.9 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Pesto genovese healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 2 — processed culinary ingredient. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Pesto genovese vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Pesto genovese contain?

According to the label data it contains: Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 20, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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