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Red Pesto
Red Pesto by Sainsbury's provides 284 kcal per 100 g, with 3.6 g of sugars and 2.9 g of protein. That is 34% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Red pestos category and comes in a 190g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 284 kcal | 336 −16% |
| Total fat | 26.7 g | 31.2 −15% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 4.9 −32% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.8 g | 8.6 −21% |
| Total sugars | 3.6 g | 5.5 −34% |
| Added sugars | 0.6 g | 1.1 −43% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.4 g | 2.8 −14% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 4.2 −31% |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 2.1 −42% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 325 Red pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other red pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Tomato Paste (41%), Sunflower Oil, Rehydrated Sundried Tomatoes (8%), Tomato Purée (6%), Basil (5%), Red Peppers, Grana Padano Cheese (2%) (Grana Padano Cheese (Cows' Milk), Preservative: Egg Lysozyme), Cashew Nuts, Salt, Pecorino Romano Cheese (Sheep's Milk) (1%), Carrots, Pine Nuts, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid, Paprika Powder, Pea Fibre, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
- May contain traces
- Peanuts
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00433228
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Red Pesto?
Red Pesto contains 284 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Red Pesto?
Red Pesto has 3.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Red Pesto healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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 Red Pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Red Pesto contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 11, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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