
Product Insights
Pesto al basilico by La Molisana is a basil pesto condiment marketed as gluten‑free. It belongs to the Fat and sauces group, carries a Nutri‑Score of E and is classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4), containing 50 g fat, 6.4 g saturated fat, 2.36 g salt and 509 kcal per 100 g while providing 6 g protein and modest fiber. Its high fat and calorie density make it a sauce that should be used sparingly despite its protein content.
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Comparative Analysis
Compared with the average pesto sauce, this basil pesto contains far more fat (50 g vs 12 g) and calories (509 kcal vs 183 kcal), higher protein (6 g vs 2.1 g), but less sugar, salt and carbohydrates.
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