Pesto genovese
Low GI
GL 0.9 per 100 g
- High unsaturated fat content
- High sodium content
Pesto genovese has a glycemic index of 15 (Low).
Updated Jul 21, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Pesto genovese
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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 470 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 1 g |
| Natural | 1 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Soluble | 0.7 g |
| Insoluble | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 47 g |
| Saturated | 7 g |
| Unsaturated | 39 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- High unsaturated fat content
- Contains antioxidants from basil and olive oil
- High sodium content
- High calorie density
- Contains saturated fat from cheese
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pesto genovese?
Pesto genovese has a glycemic index of 15 (Low) and a glycemic load of 0.9 per 100 g.
Is Pesto genovese good for people with insulin resistance?
Pesto genovese has a low glycemic index (15), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.
Which form of Pesto genovese has the lowest glycemic load?
Pesto genovese has the lowest glycemic load of all forms of Pesto genovese in this database (0.9 per 100 g).
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