Pesto Alla Genovese Pasta Sauce

De Cecco - Pesto Alla Genovese Pasta Sauce has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Vitamin C.

It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. With 4.03 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 8.71 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Swiss cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing De Cecco - Pesto Alla Genovese Pasta Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 7, and sparingly.