Basil Pesto
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UPC Code
8115780302342
Data Source
USDA
Serving Sizes
1/4 cup (60g)
Calories
280
Total Fat
29g
37%
Saturated Fat
4.5g
23%
Cholesterol
5mg
2%
Sodium
570mg
25%
Total Carbohydrate
2g
1%
Dietary Fiber
1g
4%
Sugars
1g
Protein
4g
8%
Daily Value % is based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Calories per Macronutrient
The macronutrient calorie distribution in 1/4 cup of Basil Pesto are
3% in carbs, 92% in fat, and 6% in protein.
carbs:
3%
fat:
92%
protein:
6%
Carbs to Weight Ratio
The carbs to weight ratio of Basil Pesto is 3%.
This ratio can give you a sense of if this food is higher in carbs or lower in carbs than other foods by weight. Eating foods high in carbs can cause your blood glucose to spike faster than if the food or meal you're eating also contains protein or fat.
Estimated Water to Weight Ratio
The water to weight ratio of Basil Pesto is estimated to be 42%.
This ratio can estimate how much water this food contains relative to other foods. Water helps regulate body temperature, lubricate joints, flush out waste products, and protect our organs and tissue. Eating foods high in water can help you stay hydrated.
Listed Ingredients
Basil (35%), Sunflower Seed Oil, Cashews, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Grana Padano Cheese (Milk, Salt, Rennet, Preservative: Egg White Lysozyme), Pecorino Romano Cheese (Milk, Salt, Rennet), Salt, Pine Nuts, Acidity Regulator: Lactic Acid, Garlic, Antioxidant: Ascorbic Acid
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