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Roasted Red Pepper Pesto
Roasted Red Pepper Pesto by Sainsbury's provides 254 kcal per 100 g, with 2.2 g of sugars and 2.5 g of protein. That is 78% 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 Groceries 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 | 254 kcal | 194 +31% |
| Total fat | 24.1 g | 12.8 +88% |
| Saturated fat | 3 g | 2.4 +24% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.9 g | 16.1 −70% |
| Total sugars | 2.2 g | 9.8 −78% |
| Added sugars | 0.9 g | 4.8 −81% |
| Dietary fiber | 4 g | 2.4 +67% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 2.8 −12% |
| Salt | 1.3 g | 5.9 −79% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 59922 Groceries products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other groceries
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Red Peppers (47%), Vegetable Oil (Sunflower, Refined Soyabean, Corn, Rapeseed or Olive Oil), Roasted and Grilled Red Pepper (8%), Basil (6%), Medium Fat Hard Cheese (4%) (Medium Fat Hard Cheese (Cows' Milk), Preservative: Egg Lysozyme), Vegetable Fibre, Almonds (1.8%), Sugar, Salt, Rice Flour, Paprika Extract, Paprika, Acidity Regulators: Lactic Acid and Citric Acid; Colour: Beetroot Red; Garlic Powder, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01808377
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Roasted Red Pepper Pesto?
Roasted Red Pepper Pesto contains 254 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Roasted Red Pepper Pesto?
Roasted Red Pepper Pesto has 2.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Roasted Red Pepper 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 Roasted Red Pepper Pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Roasted Red Pepper Pesto contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 17, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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