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Nutrition Facts
Amino Acids
Protein, Fat and Carbohydrate %
Key Nutrients (% Daily Value)
Macronutrients and Vitamins in "Pesto Sauce"
| Food Name: Pesto Sauce | |
| Food Group: Soups and Sauces | |
| Macronutrients | |
| Calories (kcal): 569 | Total Fat (g): 59 |
| Protein (g): 9 | Carbohydrates (g): 6 |
| Sugars (g): 1 | Fiber (g): 1 |
| Net Carbs (g): 5 | Water (g): 23 |
| Fats | |
| Saturated Fat (g): 9 | Cholesterol (mg): 16 |
| Monounsaturated Fat (mg): 34742 | Polyunsaturated Fat (mg): 10551 |
| Omega-3 (mg): 3 | Omega-6 (mg): 9979 |
| DPA (22:5 n-3) (mg): 3 | |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 99 | Vitamin C (mg): 4 |
| Vitamin E (mg): 8 | Vitamin K (mcg): 111 |
| Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 | Folate/B9 (mcg): 20 |
| Food Folate (mcg): 20 | Folate DFE (mcg): 20 |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium (mg): 203 | Iron (mg): 2 |
| Magnesium (mg): 62 | Phosphorus (mg): 233 |
| Potassium (mg): 201 | Sodium (mg): 1014 |
| Zinc (mg): 2 | Selenium (mcg): 7 |
| Other Compounds | |
| Choline (mg): 15 | Retinol (mcg): 49 |
| Beta-Carotene (mcg): 594 | Lutein + Zeaxanthin (mcg): 1039 |
| PRAL Score: 4 | |
Key Nutrition Facts about Pesto Sauce
FAQ's
What are the protein, carbohydrate, and fat contents in 100 grams of 'Pesto Sauce'?
100 grams of 'Pesto Sauce' contains approximately following amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and fat:
Protein – 9g (around 18% of daily requirement),
Carbohydrates – 6g (around 2% of daily requirement),
Fat – 59g (around 76% 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 Sauce'?
A 100-gram serving of 'Pesto Sauce' provides around 569 kcal of energy. The majority of the calories come from fat, based on its macronutrient composition. This contributes approximately 28% of an average 2000 kcal daily diet, making it a calorie-dense food choice.
Is 'Pesto Sauce' mainly a source of protein, carbohydrates, or fat?
In 100g, 'Pesto Sauce' is mainly a source of fat. It contains 9g protein, 6g carbs, and 59g fat, making it suitable for diets focused on fat.
Does 'Pesto Sauce' contain calcium, potassium, iron, and other essential minerals?
'Pesto Sauce' is a good source of the following minerals per 100g:
Sodium (mg): 1014 mg (44% DV).
It is also an average source of:
Calcium (mg): 203 mg (16% DV),
Phosphorus (mg): 233 mg (19% DV),
Zinc (mg): 2 mg (18% DV).
'Pesto Sauce' contains low amounts of the following minerals per 100g:
Iron (mg): 2 mg (11% DV),
Potassium (mg): 201 mg (4% DV),
Magnesium (mg): 62 mg (15% DV),
Selenium (mcg): 7 mcg (13% DV).
Which vitamins are present in Pesto Sauce in significant amounts?
'Pesto Sauce' is a good source of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin E (mg): 8 mg (53% DV),
Vitamin K (mcg): 111 mcg (93% DV).
'Pesto Sauce' contains small to moderate amounts of the following vitamins per 100g:
Vitamin A (RAE) (mcg): 99 mcg (11% DV),
Vitamin C (mg): 4 mg (4% DV),
Niacin/B3 (mg): 1 mg (6% DV),
Folate/B9 (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV),
Food Folate (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV),
Folate DFE (mcg): 20 mcg (5% DV).
Which nutrients in 'Pesto Sauce' may be harmful if consumed in excess?
It also contains moderate levels of:
Saturated Fat (g): 9 g (45% of max recommended),
Sodium (mg): 1014 mg (44% of max recommended).