Processing Score
8.3Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 25 ingredients, including preservatives. The nutrition score reflects high saturated fat and total fat.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein Source
Nutrient Alerts
High FatHigh Saturated Fat
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
078742130408
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size60 g
Amount per serving
Calories
250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 25g
32%
Saturated Fat 4g
20%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 10mg
3%
Sodium 330mg
14%
Total Carbohydrate 3g
1%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 5g
Calcium 150mg
12%
Iron 0.4mg
2%
* 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
14 listed · 3 flagged for reviewCANOLA OIL, BASIL, PARMESAN CHEESE (PASTEURIZED CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), WATER ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, ENZYMES), PINE NUTS, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, GARLIC (GARLIC, WATER), RICE VINEGAR (WATER, RICE), SALT, SPICE, CALCIUM ASCORBATE (TO PROMOTE COLOR RETENTION), SODIUM BENZOATE, POTASSIUM SORBATE, LEMON JUICE.
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What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group 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.
- Chemical PreservativesStrong UPF marker
In this product: Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate.
Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Canola Oil, 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.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Calcium Ascorbate (To Promote Color Retention).
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
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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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