M&S • 190 g
Green Basil Pesto
Product Insights
Green Basil Pesto is a ready‑to‑use condiment produced in Italy and sold by Marks & Spencer, classified in the ‘Fat and sauces’ and ‘Dressings and sauces’ dietary families. Per 100 g it delivers 323 kcal, 30.3 g of fat (including 5.6 g saturated fat), 5.7 g of protein and 3.8 g of fiber, while its sugar (2.6 g) and salt (1.8 g) levels are comparatively low; the high fat and saturated‑fat content drive its Nutri‑Score to D. The product is rated NOVA 4, contains the additive lactic acid (E270) and flavourings, and lists milk‑derived cheeses and cashew nuts as allergens, which may limit suitability for certain diets.
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with average condiments, this pesto contains about 2.5 times more fat (30.3 g vs 12 g) and more than double the saturated fat, while offering higher protein (5.7 g vs 2.1 g) and fiber (3.8 g vs 1.36 g) and significantly less sugar and salt.
Ingredients
Basil (48%), Olive Oil, Pine Kernels, Cashew Nuts, Parmigiano Reggiano Cheese (Milk) (4.5%), Pecorino Romano Cheese (Milk) (4.5%), Sugar, Carlic, Salt, Flavourings, Lactic Acid.
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