Traditional Basil Pesto
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Traditional Basil Pesto by Classico scores 8/10 for Brain Health based on low sugar supports brain function.
Traditional Basil Pesto by Classico provides 371 calories, 3.0g protein, 22.0g fat, and 5.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.8g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Brain Health, Kids / Growing health goals.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.3g per 100g.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
Deep Analysis
Traditional Basil Pesto by Classico is calorie-dense at 371 kcal per 100g — 194% above the pasta sauces category average of 126. Very low sugar at 0.3g per 100g — much better than the 4.6g category average.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 371 kcal per 100g (category avg: 126)
- •Protein: 3.0g per 100g (category avg: 2.3g)
- •Sugars: 0.3g per 100g (category avg: 4.6g)
- •Saturated fat: 4.0g per 100g
- •Sodium: 590mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for those who need quick energy or aren't calorie-restricted.
Watch Out
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If Traditional Basil Pesto doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the pasta sauces category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
BASIL, SOYBEAN OIL, GARLIC, PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED PART-SKIM MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), OLIVE OIL, SALT, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: SPICE, LACTIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, WATER, NATURAL FLAVOR.