Why is Pesto a la genovese classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The pesto is labelled NOVA 4 because it includes processed ingredients such as added sugars (glucose syrup), an acidity regulator (lactic acid, E270) and an antioxidant (ascorbic acid, E300), as well as refined oils and powdered nuts, which move it beyond minimally processed categories.

How does the fat, saturated fat and salt content of this pesto affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The high fat (27 g) and saturated fat (4.7 g) increase total caloric density, which can challenge weight management for diabetics, while the moderate salt (2.9 g) is lower than the average pesto but still contributes to daily sodium intake, so people with hypertension should use it sparingly.

Is the lysozyme from egg in this pesto a concern for consumers with egg allergies?

Yes, the Grana Padano cheese contains lysozyme derived from egg, so the product must be avoided by anyone who is allergic to eggs, and the label also lists egg as an allergen.

Monoprix • 190 g

Pesto a la genovese

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Pesto a la genovese is a ready‑to‑use green pesto that falls under the Fat and sauces subgroup of dressings and sauces. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), with notably high fat (27 g) and saturated fat (4.7 g) per 100 g, moderate salt (2.9 g), very low sugar (1.1 g), and a respectable protein content (4.4 g). The product contains allergens such as egg, nuts and milk, is packaged in a recyclable glass jar with a metal lid, and receives an Eco‑Score of D reflecting its overall environmental impact.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal286 kcal

Fat27 g

Saturated Fat4.7 g

Carbohydrates5.4 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average pesto, this product contains roughly double the fat (27 g vs 12 g), more than twice the saturated fat (4.7 g vs 2.1 g), but offers lower salt (2.9 g vs 5 g) and much less sugar (1.1 g vs 11 g) per 100 g.

Ingredients

Basilic 30,5% - eau - huile de tournesol - fromage Grana Padano AOP (contient du lysozyme d'œuf) 7% - huile d'olive vierge extra 7% - sel - fromage Pecorino Romano ADP 2% - sirop de glucose - flocons de pomme de terre - farine de noix de cajou - correcteur d'acidité : acide lactique - pignons 0,3% - arôme naturel de basilic - antioxydant : acide ascorbique.

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