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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Pesto"
| Food Name: Pesto | |
| Food Group: Soups and Sauces | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 418 | Total Fat (g): 38 |
| Protein (g): 10 | Carbohydrates (g): 10 |
| Sugars (g): 6 | Fiber (g): 2 |
| Net Carbs (g): 8 | Water (g): 39 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 7 | Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 22155 |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 6546 | Omega-3 (mg): 1276 |
| Omega-6 (mg): 5007 | ALA (18:3 n-3) (mg): 1268 |
| EPA (20:5 n-3) (mg): 2 | DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 4 |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (IU): 1544 | Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 77 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 7 | Vitamin K (mcg): 151 |
| Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 | Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 |
| Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 2 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 16 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 16 | |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 306 | Iron (mg): 1 |
| Magnesium (mg): 47 | Phosphorus (mg): 273 |
| Potassium (mg): 560 | Sodium (mg): 603 |
| Zinc (mg): 1 | Manganese (mg): 1 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 919 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1242 |
| PRAL Score: -2 | |
| Sugars and Carbohydrates | |
| Lactose (g): 6 | Starch (g): 2 |
Key Nutrition Facts about Pesto
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Pesto'?
100 grams of 'Pesto' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 10g (around 20% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 10g (around 4% of daily requirement),
Fat – 38g (around 49% of daily requirement).
It is typically higher in Fat while lower in Carbohydrates, making it more suitable for diets that are high-fat and also suitable for those requiring low Carbohydrates intake.
How many calories are in 100 grams of 'Pesto'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Pesto' provides around 418 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 21% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Pesto' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Pesto' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 10g protein, 10g carbs, and 38g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Pesto' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Pesto' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Manganese (mg): 1 mg (43% DV),
Sodium (mg): 603 mg (26% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Calcium (mg): 306 mg (24% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 273 mg (22% DV).
'Pesto' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Potassium (mg): 560 mg (12% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 47 mg (11% DV),
Zinc (mg): 1 mg (9% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Pesto in significant amounts?
'Pesto' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (IU): 1544 IU (51% DV),
Vitamin E (mg): 7 mg (47% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 151 mcg (126% DV),
Riboflavin/B2 (mg): 1 mg (77% DV),
Pantothenic Acid/B5 (mg): 2 mg (40% DV).
'Pesto' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 77 mcg (9% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 16 mcg (4% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Pesto' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 7 g (35% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 603 mg (26% of max recommended).