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

The product includes refined sunflower oil, concentrated whey protein, added sugar, an acidity regulator (lactic acid) and an antioxidant (ascorbic acid), plus a preservative made from egg lysozyme; the combination of multiple industrial ingredients and additives classifies it as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4).

How does the sugar and salt content in this pesto affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

At 4.8 g of sugar per 100 g the pesto adds modest carbohydrates, which is relatively low for a diabetic diet, but its 3.3 g of salt per 100 g provides a significant portion of the recommended daily sodium limit and can raise blood pressure, so hypertensive individuals should restrict portion size.

Is this pesto suitable for vegan, keto, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

It is not vegan because it contains dairy cheeses and egg lysozyme, and it is not halal due to animal rennet and dairy; however, it fits a keto diet thanks to its very low carbohydrate content, and it is labeled gluten‑free.

Coop • 190 g

Pesto alla Genovese (senza aglio)

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Pesto alla Genovese (senza aglio) is a ready-to-use green pesto sauce classified under the 'Fat and sauces' and 'Dressings and sauces' groups. With 42 g of fat, 6.4 g of saturated fat and 3.3 g of salt per 100 g, it is markedly higher in fat and saturated fat than the typical condiment average, while its sugar (4.8 g) and carbohydrate levels are well below average; this nutrient profile contributes to a poor Nutri-Score of E and places the product in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category. The formulation contains egg‑derived lysozyme, milk proteins from Grana Padano and Pecorino Romano, and tree nuts, but it is certified gluten-free and carries only two common food additives (E270 and E300); its overall environmental impact receives an Eco-Score of D.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal430 kcal

Fat42 g

Saturated Fat6.4 g

Carbohydrates5.9 g

Sugars4.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment (per 100 g) its fat (42 g vs 12 g), saturated fat (6.4 g vs 2.14 g) and protein (6.7 g vs 2.1 g) are considerably higher, while its sugar (4.8 g vs 10.95 g) and salt (3.3 g vs 5.02 g) are lower than the typical values.

Ingredients

Basilico 34%, olio di semi di girasole, anacardi, formaggio "Grana Padano DOP" (latte, sale, caglio, conservante: lisozima da uovo) 7,4%, zucchero, sale, formaggio "Pecorino Romano D.O.P." (latte ovino, sale, caglio) 1,5%, olio extra vergine di oliva 1,5%, proteine del siero del latte concentrate, pinoli 1%, aromi naturali (contiene latte), Correttore di acidità: acido lattico, antiossidante: acido ascorbico. Può contenere tracce di arachidi. SENZA GLUTINE

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