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

The product combines multiple processed ingredients such as tomato paste, concentrated tomato paste, and refined oils, and it includes added preservatives and flavorings; the listed additives are lysozyme (E1105) used as a preservative and lactic acid (E270) used as an acidity regulator, both of which contribute to its NOVA 4 status.

How does the sugar and salt content in Pesto Rosso affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 5.7 g of sugar and only 0.005 g of salt per 100 g, the sauce provides modest carbohydrate sweetness and negligible sodium, so it does not significantly raise blood glucose or blood pressure, but portions should still be controlled because of its high fat and calorie density.

Is the cashew nut ingredient in Pesto Rosso a concern for people with tree‑nut allergies?

Yes, the formulation contains about 4 % cashew nuts, which are a tree nut allergen; individuals with cashew or broader tree‑nut allergies should avoid this pesto.

Gut & Günstig • 190g

Pesto Rosso

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Pesto Rosso is a red tomato‑based pesto classified under the 'Fat and sauces' and 'Dressings and sauces' groups. It carries a Nutri‑Score of C and is listed in NOVA group 4, reflecting its ultra‑processed nature with added preservatives such as lysozyme (E1105) and lactic acid (E270). Nutritionally, the sauce is high in fat (24.4 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (3.6 g per 100 g) and provides a relatively high protein level (5.1 g per 100 g), while sugar and salt are modest, but it contains milk, cashew nuts, celery and soy, which are common allergens.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal293 kcal

Fat24.4 g

Saturated Fat3.6 g

Carbohydrates12.4 g

Sugars5.7 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical condiments, this red pesto contains roughly double the fat and saturated fat, considerably more protein, but far less sugar and salt, and its calories per 100 g are about 60 % higher than the category average.

Ingredients

40 % Tomatenpulpe, Sonnenblumenöl, 9% passierte Tomaten, 7% Tomatenmark doppelt konzentriert, 5 % Grana Padano q (Milch, Speisesalz, Lab, Konservierungsstoff: Lysozym [entrat E), 4% Cashewkerne, Reismehl, Speisesalz, Aceto Balsamico di Modena g.g.A. (Weinessig, Traubenmostkonzentrat), Zucker Molkenpermeat, Basilikum, Pecorino Romano (Schafs milch, Speisesalz, Lab), natürliche Aromen (enthalten Milch Milcheiweiß, Säureregulator: Milchsäure; Knoblauchpüree. Das Produkt kann Spuren von Erdnüssen, Fisch, anderen Schalen - früchten, Sellerie und Soja enthalten.

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