Pesto sauce
No glycemic index4/10
Glycemic index not measured yet
6 g carbohydrates per 100 g
Logi score 4/10
- High in unsaturated fats
- High sodium content
Pesto sauce has no measured glycemic index yet. It contains 6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Reviewed Aug 6, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #171580 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Portions
| Portion | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | 244 g |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
470
Calories
6 g
Carbs
5 g
Protein
47 g
Fat
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 | 8 g |
| Unsaturated | 39 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Processing Level
65%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- High in unsaturated fats
- Contains antioxidants from basil and olive oil
- High sodium content
- High in calories and fat
- Low fiber content
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Pesto sauce?
The glycemic index of Pesto sauce has not been measured yet. It contains 6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
Is Pesto sauce good for people with insulin resistance?
The glycemic index of Pesto sauce is not measured. With 6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, watch the portion size.
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