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Pesto genovese
Pesto genovese by Bennet provides 557 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 8.9 g of protein. That is 100% less 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 Groceries category and comes in a 120 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 557 kcal | 194 +187% |
| Total fat | 56 g | 12.8 +336% |
| Saturated fat | 13 g | 2.4 +436% |
| Carbohydrates | 3 g | 16.1 −81% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 9.8 −100% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 4.8 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.5 g | 2.4 +5% |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 2.8 +215% |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 5.9 −81% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
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Ingredients
Olio extravergine di oliva, basilico genovese DOP 25%, Grana Padano DOP (LATTE, sale, caglio), pinoli, Parmigiano Reggiano DOP (LATTE, sale, caglio), Pecorino Romano DOP (LATTE di pecora, sale, caglio), aglio, antiossidanti: acido ascorbico, sale, acidificanti: acido citrico
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 120 g
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenPDO
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8019514079879
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese contains 557 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese has 0 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. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 30, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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