Why does Pesto Rosso have a Nutri‑Score of D and which nutrients are responsible for this rating?

The D rating comes from high negative points for saturated fat (4.9 g) and salt (2.1 g) combined with modest positive points for fiber (2.8 g) and fruit/vegetable content, resulting in a net score that places it in the D band.

How does the salt content in Pesto Rosso affect a hypertensive or low‑sodium diet?

At 2.1 g of salt per 100 g, the sauce contributes a significant share of the recommended maximum of 5 g daily, making it unsuitable for strict low‑salt or hypertension‑managed diets.

Is the Parmigiano Reggiano in Pesto Rosso a concern for people with dairy allergies or lactose intolerance?

Yes, Parmigiano Reggiano is a milk‑derived cheese that contains dairy proteins and a small amount of lactose, so the product should be avoided by anyone allergic to milk or who is lactose intolerant.

Auchan, Tavola in Italia • 0.185 kg

Pesto Rosso

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Pesto Rosso is a red pesto sauce made in Italy, classified under the “Fat and sauces” group of the PNNS. It carries a Nutri‑Score of D and is placed in NOVA group 3, reflecting its processed nature and a nutritional profile that is high in fat (30 g) and salt (2.1 g) per 100 g while providing modest protein (4.1 g) and low sugars (3.4 g). The formulation contains milk‑derived Parmigiano Reggiano, cashew nuts and pine nuts, so it is not suitable for vegans and may trigger dairy or nut allergies, but it does offer a good amount of fiber (2.8 g) and vegetables from tomatoes and basil.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal311 kcal

Fat30 g

Saturated Fat4.9 g

Carbohydrates4.4 g

Sugars3.4 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical sauces, Pesto Rosso contains roughly 2.5 times more fat and nearly double the saturated fat, while its salt level is about half the category average, and it provides notably higher protein, fiber, and energy per 100 g.

Ingredients

Purée de tomates mi-réduite 32% (origine Italie), tomates séchées réhydratées 17,8% (tomates séchées (origine non UE), sel, sucre acidifiants: acide lactique, acide citrique antioxydant: acide ascorbique), huile d'olive vierge extra 16%(origine UE), huile de tournesol, basilic 8%, Parmigiano Reggiano 4% (LAIT origine Italie), poivrons rouges 3% (poivrons, sel, sucre, acidifiant: acide lactique, antioxydant: acide ascorbique), pignons de pin 2%, NOIX DE CAJOU 2%, sel, ail (ail (contient SULFITES) 0.4%, sel acidifiants: acide citrique, acide lactique antioxydant : acide ascorbique), fécule de pomme de terre, acidifiant: acide lactique, antioxydant: acide ascorbique. Traces éventuelles de noix, arachides, amandes, pistaches, céleri, œuf, poisson, moutarde, soja et céréales contenant du gluten.

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