Red pesto
GI 15 · LowGL 2 / 100 g4/10
Low GI
15 GI
GL 2 per 100 g
Logi score 4/10
- Contains healthy unsaturated fats
- High sodium content
Red pesto has a glycemic index of 15 (Low).
Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error
Forms of Pesto
- no GI
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Red pesto is one of the 11,117 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
390
Calories
10 g
Carbs
5 g
Protein
37 g
Fat
per 100g
| Calories | 390 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 10 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 4 g |
| Natural | 3 g |
| Added | 1 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Soluble | 1 g |
| Insoluble | 2 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Fat | 37 g |
| Saturated | 6 g |
| Unsaturated | 29 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
Processing Level
75%
Highly Processed
Why this score?
- Contains healthy unsaturated fats
- Source of antioxidants from tomatoes
- Some fiber content
- High sodium content
- Processed with added oils and cheese
- Moderate saturated fat
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Red pesto?
Red pesto has a glycemic index of 15 (Low) and a glycemic load of 2 per 100 g.
Is Red pesto good for people with insulin resistance?
Red pesto 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 has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Pesto in this database, Vegan hemp seed pesto has the lowest glycemic load (1 per 100 g).
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