Which nutrients are responsible for the E Nutri‑Score of Pesto fresco?

The E rating is driven by its very high total fat (57 g), high saturated fat (8.8 g) and relatively high salt (2.46 g) per 100 g, which outweigh the low sugars and modest protein.

How does the high fat and salt content of this pesto affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

Although the sugar is low, the excessive fat contributes to higher calorie intake and may impact heart health, while the salt level, though below the average for condiments, can still exacerbate hypertension; diabetics should monitor portion size to control overall energy intake.

Is the presence of cashew nuts in Pesto fresco a concern for people with nut allergies?

Yes, the pesto contains cashew nuts and is labelled with a nut allergen warning, so anyone allergic to tree nuts should avoid it.

Hacendado • 150 g

Pesto fresco

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Fresh pesto from Mercadona is a green sauce classified in the Dressings and sauces group, made primarily of basil (24 %), olive oil, sunflower oil, cashews and grated cheese. Nutritionally it is very high in fat (57 g per 100 g) and saturated fat (8.8 g), contains a moderate amount of salt (2.46 g) and very low sugar (1.1 g), resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA rating of 3. The product also lists several allergens (milk, nuts, eggs, fish, mustard, celery) and additives such as E202, E270 and E300.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal560 kcal

Fat57 g

Saturated Fat8.8 g

Carbohydrates6.2 g

Sugars1.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this pesto contains about five times more fat, far less sugar, and roughly half the salt per 100 g.

Ingredients

Albahaca (24%), aceite de oliva, aceite de semillas de girasol, anacardos, queso rallado (3%) (leche, sal, cuajo), sal, piñones (2%), mantequilla (leche), ajo deshidratado, corrector de acidez: ácido láctico, antioxidante: ácido ascorbico, conservador sorbato de potasio (E202). Puede contener fruto de cáscara cacahuetes, mostaza, apio, sulfitos, soja, pescado, huevos, moluscos crustáceos

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