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

The product blends many industrial ingredients such as refined sunflower oil, glucose syrup, added sugar, cheese made from milk and eggs, natural flavourings and an acidity regulator (lactic acid, E270). The combination of these processed components, along with heat‑treated tomato concentrates, places it in the ultra‑processed NOVA 4 category.

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

With 9.8 g of sugars per 100 g, the sauce can raise blood glucose levels and should be used sparingly by people with diabetes. The 3 g of salt per 100 g is classified as high, which may increase blood pressure and is a concern for those on a low‑sodium diet.

Are the cashew nuts in Pesto Rosso a concern for people with tree‑nut allergies?

Yes, the formulation includes cashew nuts, a recognized tree‑nut allergen, and also contains milk, eggs and cheese, so anyone allergic to nuts, dairy or eggs should avoid this product.

Sacla • 190 g

Pesto Rosso

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Pesto Rosso is a red pesto sauce that falls under the Fat and sauces and Dressings and sauces groups. It carries a Nutri-Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), with a high fat content of 30 g per 100 g, moderate sugar, and a high salt level despite being lower than the average condiment. The sauce contains tomatoes, basil, garlic and about 50 % fruit‑vegetable content, but also includes dairy, eggs and cashew nuts, making it unsuitable for vegan diets and a potential allergen risk, and it receives an overall environmental score of D.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal340 kcal

Fat30 g

Saturated Fat4.6 g

Carbohydrates13 g

Sugars9.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this pesto contains roughly 2.5 times more fat and saturated fat, about half the salt, slightly less sugar, and more than double the calories per 100 g.

Ingredients

Tomates 50% (pulpe, jus, double concentré), huile de tournesol, sirop de glucose, Grana Padano AOP (LAIT, ŒUFS), NOIX DE CAJOU, sel, vinaigre balsamique de Modène IGP (vinaigre de vin, moût de raisin cuit), sucre, lactosérum de LAIT en poudre, Pecorino Romano AOP (LAIT), amidon de maïs, arômes naturels (LAIT), ail, basilic, correcteur d'acidité : acide lactique. PEUT CONTENIR DES TRACES D'AUTRES FRUITS A COQUE OU D'ARACHIDES.

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