Pesto & Parmesan Pasta by Sainsbury's taste the difference

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Pesto & Parmesan Pasta

by Sainsbury's taste the difference in Pasta dishes Barcode 01897883
Nutri-Score
Average nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food

Pesto & Parmesan Pasta by Sainsbury's taste the difference provides 205 kcal per 100 g, with 1.2 g of sugars and 6.5 g of protein. That is 74% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Pasta dishes category. Contains: gluten, milk.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
10 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
2.6 g · Moderate
Sugars
1.2 g · Low
Salt
0.9 g · Moderate

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 205 kcal 262 −22%
Total fat 10 g 6.1 +63%
Saturated fat 2.6 g 2.2 +18%
Carbohydrates 21.6 g 40 −46%
Total sugars 1.2 g 4.6 −74%
Added sugars 0 g 0.6 −100%
Dietary fiber 1.2 g 2.5 −52%
Protein 6.5 g 9.6 −32%
Salt 0.9 g 1.5 −40%

Category average across 2207 Pasta dishes products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other pasta dishes

Calories lower 44%
Sugars lower 12%
Salt lower 39%
Saturated fat higher 35%
Protein top 68%
Fiber top 84%

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

Ingredients

Cooked Pasta (65%) (Water, Durum Wheat Semolina), Rapeseed Oil, Spinach, Regato Medium Fat Hard Cheese (Cows' Milk), Basil, Lemon Juice, Water, Pine Nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano Medium Fat Hard Cheese (1.5%) (Cows' Milk), Salt, Roast Galtic Purée, Potato Starch, Black Pepper. Parmigiano Reggiano is made with unpasteurised milk.

Palm oil freeNot vegan
Allergens
GlutenMilk

Product details

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Barcode
01897883

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Pesto & Parmesan Pasta?

Pesto & Parmesan Pasta contains 205 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Pesto & Parmesan Pasta?

Pesto & Parmesan Pasta has 1.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Pesto & Parmesan Pasta healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 & Parmesan Pasta vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Pesto & Parmesan Pasta contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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