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Pesto genovese
Pesto genovese by enerBiO provides 450 kcal per 100 g, with 3.4 g of sugars and 4.6 g of protein. That is 29% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Green pestos category. Contains: milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 120g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal | 540 kcal | 459 | |
| Total fat | 45 g | 54 g | 69% | 45.6 |
| Saturated fat | 6.6 g | 7.9 g | 40% | 7.2 −9% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.9 g | 8.3 g | 3% | 6.3 +9% |
| Total sugars | 3.4 g | 4.1 g | 2.6 +29% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.9 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.6 g | 1.9 g | 7% | 2.4 −32% |
| Protein | 4.6 g | 5.5 g | 11% | 5.3 −13% |
| Salt | 1.8 g | 2.1 g | 2.4 −26% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other green pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sonnenblumen, 35% Basilikum, 13% Cashewkerne, Wasser, 4% Hartkäse, Kartoffelstärke, Meersalz, 1% natives Olivenöl extra, 1% Pinienkerne, Knoblauch
- Allergens
- MilkNuts
Product details
- Serving size
- 120g
- Labels & certifications
- OrganicEU OrganicDE-ÖKO-003FSCMade in Germany
- Sold in
- Germany
- Barcode
- 4068134093660
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese contains 450 kcal per 100 g and about 540 kcal per serving (120g).
How much sugar is in Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese has 3.4 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 E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. 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 April 3, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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