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Pesto Genovese
Pesto Genovese provides 604 kcal per 100 g, with 7.1 g of sugars and 3.4 g of protein. That is 170% more 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 Green pestos category. Contains: celery, eggs, fish, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 604 kcal | 459 +32% |
| Total fat | 61 g | 45.6 +34% |
| Saturated fat | 9.1 g | 7.2 +26% |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g | 6.3 +58% |
| Total sugars | 7.1 g | 2.6 +170% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.9 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.6 g | 2.4 −75% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 5.3 −36% |
| Salt | 2 g | 2.4 −16% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, 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
SUGO FRESCO ALLA GENOVESE. Ingredienti: olio di semi di girasole 48%, basilico genovese DOP 20%, margarina [oli e grassi vegetali non idrogenati (olio di girasole alto oleico, grassi di karitè), acqua, sale, succo di limone, emulsionanti: mono e digliceridi degli acidi grassi), siero di LATTE, ANACARDI, sale, Grana Padano DOP (LATTE, sale, caglio, conservante: lisozima da UOVO), pinoli, aglio 0,1%, aromi, antiossidante: acido ascorbico, conservante: acido sorbico. Può contenere: ALTRA FRUTTA A GUSCIO, SEDANO, PESCE. SENZA GLUTINE.
- Allergens
- CeleryEggsFishMilkNuts
- May contain traces
- CeleryFishNuts
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 8025916201268
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto Genovese?
Pesto Genovese contains 604 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto Genovese?
Pesto Genovese has 7.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate 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 4 — ultra-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: Celery, Eggs, Fish, Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
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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