Why is Pesto rosso classified as processed (NOVA 3) and what specific additives does it contain?

Pesto rosso receives a NOVA 3 rating because it is a formulated sauce that combines multiple processed ingredients such as tomato concentrate and sunflower oil, and it includes three food additives: the colorant E1105, the antioxidant E300 (ascorbic acid) and the acidity regulator E330 (citric acid).

How does the salt and saturated fat content in this product affect people with hypertension or cardiovascular concerns?

With 2.46 g of salt and 4.5 g of saturated fat per 100 g, the pesto provides more than the recommended daily sodium limit and contributes a notable amount of saturated fat, which can raise blood pressure and LDL cholesterol levels, making it unsuitable for strict low‑salt or heart‑healthy diets.

Is the presence of cashews in Pesto rosso a risk for nut‑allergic consumers, and are there any other allergens to watch for?

Yes, cashews (4.5 % of the formulation) are a tree‑nut allergen, and the sauce also contains dairy from Grana Padano and Pecorino cheeses and egg‑derived lysozyme, so individuals allergic to nuts, milk or eggs should avoid this product.

Gallo • 190 g

Pesto rosso

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Pesto rosso is a red pesto sauce that belongs to the Fat and sauces family, made from tomato puree, sun‑dried tomatoes, sunflower oil, cashews, Grana Padano and Pecorino cheeses, basil and egg‑derived lysozyme. While it offers a good amount of protein (4.2 g) and fiber (1.8 g) per 100 g and contains almost 50 % fruits and vegetables, it is also high in fat (34 g), saturated fat (4.5 g), salt (2.46 g) and calories (364 kcal), resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA 3 rating for processed foods. The product contains the additives E1105, E300 and E330, and lists nuts, milk and eggs as allergens, with an overall Eco‑Score of D.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal364 kcal

Fat34 g

Saturated Fat4.5 g

Carbohydrates9.3 g

Sugars6.8 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical condiments, this pesto is substantially higher in fat, saturated fat and energy, but lower in sugar, salt and carbohydrates, while providing more protein and fiber than the category averages.

Ingredients

Puré de tomate 32%, aceite de girasol, tomates secados al sol 7%, concentrado doble de tomate 7%, agua, _anacardos_ 4.5%, _queso_ grana padano DOP 4% (conservador (lisozima de _huevo_), albahaca 3.6%, sal, azúcar, ajo, _queso_ Pecorino romano DOP 0.5%, corrector de acidez (ácido cítrico), antioxidante (ácido ascórbico).

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