Lighter Pesto Recipe
Lighter Pesto has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and average-protein content.
The food contains 3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 3 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.
It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.
It belongs to Italian cuisine.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 43, for Lighter Pesto, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 9% | |
| Calories from Fat | 83% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 9% |
Why this is good for you
- Very low in Cholesterol
Why this is bad for you
- Very high in Sodium
Vitamin Analysis
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 100 mg | 10% | ||
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | ||
| Potassium | 110 mg | 3.1% | ||
| Sodium | 1030 mg | 42.9% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g | 4% | ||
| Sugars | 0 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 13 g | 20% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 2 g | 10% |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 140 Calories from Fat 120
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13 g 20%
Saturated Fat 2 g 10%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 5 mg 1.7%
Sodium 1030 mg 42.9%
Total Carbohydrates 3 g 1%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 0 g
Protein 3 g 6%
Vitamin A 20% Vitamin C 10%
Calcium 10% Iron 8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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