Green Pesto

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Green Pesto

Tesco · 190 g

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Nutri-ScoreAverage nutritional quality
4
NOVA groupUltra-processed food
290
kcalPer 100 g / 100 ml
High fatModerate saturated fatLow sugarModerate salt
Barcode
5052004706292
Category
Green pestos
Sold in
France, Ireland, United Kingdom

At a glance

Green Pesto (Tesco) is a product in the category “Green pestos”. It provides 290 kcal (1,213 kJ) per 100 g. It contains 30% more sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 30% less saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 51% less salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 2 additives: E1105 - Lysozyme and E270 - Lactic acid. It is sold in France, Ireland, and United Kingdom.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts Per 100 g / 100 ml % RI*
Energy 1,213 kJ / 290 kcal 14%
Fat 27 g 39%
Saturated fat 4.1 g 21%
Carbohydrates 4.5 g 2%
Sugars 2.6 g 3%
Added sugars 1.8 g
Polyols < 0.01 g
Starch 0.6 g
Fibre 3.7 g 15%
Protein 4.7 g 9%
Salt 1.1 g 19%
Cholesterol 2.3 mg
Alcohol 0 % vol
Vitamin A 4.6 µg
Vitamin D 0.08 µg
Vitamin E 16 mg
Vitamin C 6.9 mg
Vitamin B12 0.04 µg
Calcium 207 mg
Iron 2.8 mg
Magnesium 48 mg
Potassium 193 mg
Zinc 0.8 mg
Fruits, vegetables & legumes 47 %

*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).

Compared with similar products

Median values of 609 products in the category “Green pestos”.

Energy -33%
This product: 290 kcal Category median: 436 kcal
Sugars +30%
This product: 2.6 g Category median: 2 g
Fat -37%
This product: 27 g Category median: 43 g
Saturated fat -30%
This product: 4.1 g Category median: 5.9 g
Salt -51%
This product: 1.1 g Category median: 2.3 g
Protein 0%
This product: 4.7 g Category median: 4.7 g
Fibre +95%
This product: 3.7 g Category median: 1.9 g

Ingredients

Basil (47%), Sunflower Oil. Grana Padano Cheese (5%) [Grana Padano Cheese (Milk), Preservative (Egg Lysozyme)], Yogurt (Milk), Cashew Nut (5%), Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Sugar, Pecorino Romano Cheese (Milk), Pea Fibre, Salt, Pine Nuts (1%), Acidity Regulator (Lactic Acid), Garlic Powder.

Allergens

Milk

Additives

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Green Pesto?

Green Pesto contains 290 kcal per 100 g.

Is Green Pesto vegan?

No. The ingredient list of Green Pesto contains at least one animal-derived ingredient.

Does Green Pesto contain palm oil?

No palm oil was detected in the ingredient list of Green Pesto.

Which additives does Green Pesto contain?

Green Pesto contains E1105 - Lysozyme and E270 - Lactic acid.

Which allergens are in Green Pesto?

According to Open Food Facts, the label of Green Pesto lists these allergens: Milk. Always check the package.

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