Pesto genovese by Michelis

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Pesto genovese

by Michelis 180 g in Green pestos Barcode 8011207099843
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unknown
Green-Score
d
Environmental impact estimate

Pesto genovese by Michelis provides 656 kcal per 100 g, with 1.8 g of sugars and 5.9 g of protein. That is 32% 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 180 g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
66 g · High
Saturated fat
7.8 g · High
Sugars
1.8 g · Low
Salt
2.5 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 656 kcal 459 +43%
Total fat 66 g 45.6 +45%
Saturated fat 7.8 g 7.2 +8%
Carbohydrates 9.2 g 6.3 +45%
Total sugars 1.8 g 2.6 −32%
Protein 5.9 g 5.3 +11%
Salt 2.5 g 2.4 +5%

Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other green pestos

Calories higher 1%
Sugars lower 45%
Salt higher 41%
Saturated fat higher 32%
Protein top 29%

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

Product details

Quantity
180 g
Labels & certifications
PDO
Sold in
Italy
Barcode
8011207099843

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto genovese?

Pesto genovese contains 656 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto genovese?

Pesto genovese has 1.8 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). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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