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milk, and 7 more.
- milk
- whey
- cream
- butter
- cheese
- egg
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Nutrition facts (per 100g)
Per 100 g this product is high in saturated fat, low in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.
Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.
Ingredients (original text)
Water, cream, butter (cream, water, salt), parmesan cheese (part-skim milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), enzyme modified egg yolks (egg yolks, phospholipase), modified food starch, soybean oil, contains less than 2% of: salt, romano cheese (part-skim cow's milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), sugar, dehydrated whey, disodium phosphate-dihydrate, flavoring, granular and parmesan cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), xanthan gum, dehydrated spinach, garlic, yeast extract, basil, black pepper, zinc chloride (to maintain color), sodium phosphate, lactic acid, olive oil, enzymes.
Detailed analysis: why is Prego sauces basil pesto not vegan?
Our analysis indicates that Prego sauces basil pesto is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:
- milk
- whey
- cream
- butter
- cheese
- egg
- Eggs (allergen data)
- Milk (allergen data)
The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Water, cream, butter (cream, water, salt), parmesan cheese (part-skim milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), enzyme modified egg yolks (egg yolks, phospholipase), modified food starch, soybean oil, contains less than 2% of: salt, romano cheese (part-skim cow's milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), sugar, dehydrated whey, disodium phosphate-dihydrate, flavoring, granular and parmesan cheese (milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), xanthan gum, dehydrated spinach, garlic, yeast extract, basil, black pepper, zinc chloride (to maintain color), sodium phosphate, lactic acid, olive oil, enzymes.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
Nutritional information
Prego sauces basil pesto contains 117 calories per 100g, with 1.7g of protein, 10g of fat, and 5g of carbohydrates (1.7g of which is sugar).
What should you do?
If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Prego sauces basil pesto Vegan?
No, Prego sauces basil pesto is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cream and others.
Does Prego sauces basil pesto contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Water, cream, butter (cream, water, salt), parmesan cheese (part-skim milk, cultures, salt, enzymes), enzyme modified egg yolks (egg yolks, phospholip...
What are the nutritional facts of Prego sauces basil pesto?
Prego sauces basil pesto contains 117 calories per 100g, with 1.7g of protein, 5g of carbohydrates, and 10g of fat.
How much sugar is in Prego sauces basil pesto?
Prego sauces basil pesto lists 1.7 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).
Is Prego sauces basil pesto ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, Prego sauces basil pesto is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat Prego sauces basil pesto on a Vegan diet?
No, Prego sauces basil pesto is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.