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Pesto genovese
Pesto genovese by Brainmax provides 501 kcal per 100 g, with 1.7 g of sugars and 5.6 g of protein. That is 35% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Green pestos category and comes in a 130 g pack. Contains: nuts, kešu, piniové oříšky.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (130 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 501 kcal | 651 kcal | 459 +9% | |
| Total fat | 49 g | 63.7 g | 82% | 45.6 +8% |
| Saturated fat | 7.2 g | 9.4 g | 47% | 7.2 |
| Carbohydrates | 6.3 g | 8.2 g | 3% | 6.3 |
| Total sugars | 1.7 g | 2.2 g | 2.6 −35% | |
| Dietary fiber | 12.3 g | 16 g | 57% | 2.4 +419% |
| Protein | 5.6 g | 7.3 g | 15% | 5.3 +6% |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 2.2 g | 2.4 −29% |
*% 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
45% zpracovaná bazalka s olejem (32% bazalka, extra panenský olivový olej, mořská sůl, antioxidant kyselina askorbová), extra panenský olivový olej, _kešu_, _piniové oříšky_", regulátor kyselosti: kyselina mléčná.
- Allergens
- NutsKešuPiniové oříšky
- May contain traces
- Peanuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 130 g
- Serving size
- 1 portion (130 g)
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianOrganicEU Organicnon-EU AgricultureVeganCZ-BIO-001EU AgricultureEU/non-EU Agriculture
- Sold in
- Czech Republic
- Barcode
- 8595726806835
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese contains 501 kcal per 100 g and about 651 kcal per serving (1 portion (130 g)).
How much sugar is in Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese has 1.7 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 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 appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Pesto genovese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Nuts, Kešu, Piniové oříšky. It may also contain traces of peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated February 1, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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