Basil Pesto Sauce: Calories and Nutrition Facts (per 100 g)

A 100 g serving of Basil Pesto Sauce has 496 calories. It provides 6.7 g protein, 5.1 g carbs (1.3 g sugar), 1.3 g fiber, and 49.9 g fat, about 25% of a 2,000 calorie day. The full panel with daily values is below.

Basil Pesto Sauce: nutrition facts per 100 g

Full nutrition per 100 g, with the percentage of a 2,000 calorie daily value for each nutrient:

Nutrient	Per 100 g	% Daily Value
Calories	496 kcal	25%
Protein	6.7 g	13%
Carbohydrates	5.1 g	2%
Sugars	1.3 g	—
Fiber	1.3 g	5%
Fat	49.9 g	64%
Saturated fat	8.0 g	40%
Sodium	897 mg	39%

Basil Pesto Sauce: nutrition and health

Basil Pesto Sauce can be part of a varied diet. Calorie-dense, so portion size matters when you are tracking. Fairly high in sodium at 897 mg per 100 g, worth noting if you watch salt. Where the calories come from: about 5% protein, 4% carbs, and 90% fat.

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Source and method

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in basil Pesto Sauce?

A 100 g serving of Basil Pesto Sauce has 496 calories.

How much protein is in basil Pesto Sauce?

About 6.7 g of protein per 100 g, alongside 5.1 g carbs and 49.9 g fat.

How much sugar is in basil Pesto Sauce?

A 100 g serving of Basil Pesto Sauce has 1.3 g of sugar, which is low.

Summary

Basil Pesto Sauce has 496 calories per 100 g, with 6.7 g protein, 5.1 g carbs (1.3 g sugar), 1.3 g fiber, and 49.9 g fat. Calorie-dense, so portion size matters when you are tracking. Log your portion in Nutrola to see exactly how it fits your day.