Pesto Rosso

red-pestos

Why this score

• High in salt, sugar, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high salt; medium sugar, saturated fat (−0.9).

Ingredients (19)

• 9Tomato pulpMinimally processed whole fruit, rich in lycopene and vitamins
• 8Tomato juiceMinimally processed, retains nutrients from whole tomatoes
• 8Tomato pasteConcentrated tomato, nutrient-dense, minimal processing required
• 5HoneyNatural sweetener, contains enzymes and trace minerals
• 6Sodium carbonateFood-grade leavening agent; safe in regulated amounts
• 8Grana PadanoProtected designation cheese, good protein and calcium source
• 9EggsWhole food, complete protein, nutrient-dense, naturally beneficial
• 9Cashew nutsWhole food, healthy fats, minerals, minimally processed
• 6SaltNatural mineral, essential in moderation, excessive intake harmful
• 8Balsamic vinegar of ModenaTraditional product, minimal processing, adds flavor without additives
• 8Wine vinegarFermented product, aids digestion, minimal processing
• 3SugarHighly refined, provides empty calories with no nutritional value
• 7Cooked grape mustMinimal processing, natural sweetener from concentrated grapes
• 7Milk whey powderProcessed dairy byproduct, protein source, some nutrients retained
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate, high glycemic index, minimal nutrition
• 8Pecorino RomanoProtected designation cheese, good protein and calcium source
• 8Buffered VinegarNatural fermented preservative, pH-balanced for safety
• 6Natural flavoringDerived from natural sources, minimally processed, generally safe
• 10BasilWhole herb, natural antioxidants, beneficial culinary ingredient

Allergens

Contains: eggs, milk, tree nuts

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.