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Sun-dried tomato pesto
Sun-dried tomato pesto by Asda Extra Special provides 306 kcal per 100 g, with 5.5 g of sugars and 4.5 g of protein. That is 41% more 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 Pestos category and comes in a 190 g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 25g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | 77 kcal | 402 −24% | |
| Total fat | 28 g | 7 g | 9% | 38.4 −27% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 1.3 g | 7% | 5.8 −12% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.7 g | 1.7 g | 1% | 8.1 −17% |
| Total sugars | 5.5 g | 1.4 g | 3.9 +41% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.2 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.4 g | 0.9 g | 3% | 2.8 +21% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 1.1 g | 2% | 5.1 −12% |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0.3 g | 2.1 −42% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 809 Pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Rehydrated Sun-Dried Tomatoes (29%) [Water, Tomatoes, Salt, Acidity Regulators (Lactic Acid, Citric Acid), Antioxidant (Ascorbic Acid)], Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Tomato Purée, Tomato Pulp, Basil (7%), Pecorino Romano Cheese PDO (Unpasteurised Ewe's Milk, using Lamb's Rennet) (4%) Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese PDO (Unpasteurised Milk, using Calves Acidity Regulator (Lactic Acid), Antioxidant (Ascorbic Acid). Allergy Advice! for allergens, see ingredients in bold. May also contain nuts and peanuts.
- Allergens
- Milk
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanuts
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190 g
- Serving size
- 25g
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5063089173190
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sun-dried tomato pesto?
Sun-dried tomato pesto contains 306 kcal per 100 g and about 77 kcal per serving (25g).
How much sugar is in Sun-dried tomato pesto?
Sun-dried tomato pesto has 5.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sun-dried tomato pesto 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 Sun-dried tomato pesto vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Sun-dried tomato pesto contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. It may also contain traces of nuts, peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 15, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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