Processing Score
7.3Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
—/10No Data
The processing score reflects 26 ingredients, including emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sodium, saturated fat and total fat. It also contains trans fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High SodiumHigh FatHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
079834140053
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size28 g
Amount per serving
Calories
130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13g
17%
Saturated Fat 6g
30%
Trans Fat 1g
Cholesterol 25mg
8%
Sodium 280mg
12%
Total Carbohydrate 1g
0%
Dietary Fiber 0g
0%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 2g
Calcium 60mg
5%
Iron 0mg
0%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
12 listed · 2 flagged for reviewCREAM CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, SALT, CAROB BEAN GUM, XANTHAN GUM, CHEESE CULTURE), BUTTER, PESTO (BASIL, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, MINCED GARLIC, SALT, BLACK PEPPER), PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED COW'S MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), MARGARINE, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, VINEGAR, SALT, POWDERED SUGAR, STABILIZER, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL FLAVORING.
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What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Parmesan Cheese Spread, Basil Pesto's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Natural FlavorsUPF marker
In this product: Natural Flavoring.
Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Margarine, Extra Virgin Olive Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Powdered Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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