Why is Classic BASIL PESTO classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The product combines several refined and industrial ingredients such as a vegetable‑oil blend (sunflower and olive oil), processed cheese powders, cashew and pine nuts, flavorings, and an acidity regulator, which makes it an ultra‑processed food; the only listed additive is the acidity regulator E270 (lactic acid).

How does the sugar and salt content in Classic BASIL PESTO affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 3.5 g of sugars per 100 g, the pesto adds minimal glucose load for people managing diabetes, but its 2.65 g of salt per 100 g contributes a notable sodium amount that may need to be limited by individuals with high blood pressure.

Based on the ingredients, is Classic BASIL PESTO suitable for strict diets like Vegan, Keto, Halal, or Gluten‑Free?

The pesto is not vegan because it contains dairy (cheese and milk) and is not certified Halal, but it is gluten‑free, low in carbohydrates and high in fat, making it compatible with a keto eating plan.

SACLA' • 190 gr

Classic BASIL PESTO

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Classic BASIL PESTO is a ready‑to‑use condiment that belongs to the “Fat and sauces” and “Dressings and sauces” groups, commonly used to flavor pasta and salads. It carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), with high fat (including 5 g of saturated fat per 100 g) and a relatively high salt level (2.65 g/100 g) but low sugars (3.5 g/100 g) and modest fiber (2.3 g/100 g); the recipe also contains dairy and tree nuts, triggering milk and nut allergens. While it is gluten‑free and features PDO‑certified Parmigiano‑Reggiano and Pecorino‑Romano cheeses, its overall environmental score is D and its ultra‑processed nature makes it less ideal for health‑focused consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal462 kcal

Fat45 g

Saturated Fat6.1 g

Carbohydrates9.3 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the typical sauce average (12 g fat, 2.14 g saturated fat, 10.95 g sugars, 5.02 g salt and 183 kcal per 100 g), this Classic BASIL PESTO supplies roughly 5 g saturated fat, more than double the average, while its sugar (3.5 g) and salt (2.65 g) are both lower, and its energy (~376 kcal) is about twice the category norm.

Ingredients

basil 46%, vegetable oil blend (sunflower seed oil, olive oil), cheeses milk (cheese, parmigiano reggiano pdo cheese, pecorino romano pdo cheese), olive oil, cashew nuts , salt, glucose, potato, flavouring, pine nuts, acidity regulator: lactic acid, natural garlic flavouring, extra virgin olive oil, spices

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