Why does this pesto have a Nutri-Score of E and which nutrients are responsible?

The Nutri-Score E is driven by the high levels of fat (33 g), saturated fat (5.6 g) and salt (2.3 g) per 100 g, which generate many negative points, while the modest fiber (2.6 g) and low fruit‑vegetable content (about 48 % of the dry matter) provide only limited positive points.

How does the salt content in this pesto affect a hypertensive diet?

With 2.3 g of salt per 100 g, the pesto contributes a significant amount of sodium, so people with high blood pressure should limit its portion size or choose lower‑salt alternatives to stay within recommended daily sodium limits.

Is the Parmesan cheese in this pesto a concern for people with dairy allergies?

Yes, the product contains 6 % Parmigiano Reggiano, which provides milk protein and therefore is not safe for individuals allergic to dairy.

U, U Saveurs • 190 g

Sauce pesto alla genovese bocal de 190g

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Sauce pesto alla genovese is a green pesto sauce sold in a 190 g jar and belongs to the Fat and sauces and Dressings and sauces families. It delivers a high fat content of 33 g per 100 g, saturated fat of 5.6 g and salt of 2.3 g, while sugars are low at 2.4 g, fiber reaches 2.6 g and proteins 3.7 g, resulting in a Nutri-Score of E and a NOVA group 3 classification. The formulation includes allergens such as milk from Parmigiano Reggiano and nuts from pine nuts and cashews, three additives (E270, E300, E330), and notes that some ingredients are not sourced from Italy.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal335 kcal

Fat33 g

Saturated Fat5.6 g

Carbohydrates4.4 g

Sugars2.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average pesto in its category, this sauce contains about three times more fat (33 g vs 12 g per 100 g) and over double the saturated fat, while its salt and sugar levels are lower than the category averages, leading to a high energy value of 335 kcal.

Ingredients

Basilic frais (italie) 47.6%, huile d'olive vierge extra 16%, huile de tournesol, PARMIGIANO reggiano 6% (contient du LAIT), pomme de terre, pignons de pins 2,9%, NOIX DE CAJOU 2,6%, fécule de pomme de terre, sel, sucre, ail, correcteurs d'acidité : acide lactique et acide citrique, antioxydant : acide ascorbique, poivre. Certains ingrédients de ce produit ne proviennent pas d'italie. Traces éventuelles d'amandes, noix, pistaches, céleri, oeuf, poisson, moutarde, céréales contenant du gluten et soja.

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