Pesto rosso

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Is Pesto rosso healthy?

Pesto rosso scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This pesto rosso contains beneficial ingredients like sundried tomatoes, basil, and cashew nuts, which are rich in antioxidants and healthy fats.

How processed is Pesto rosso?

Pesto rosso is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Pesto rosso's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sundried tomatoes, Tomato puree, Double concentrated tomato paste count in its favor; Sunflower oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Pesto rosso

Priano
65 Fair

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Aldi
Category Condiments
Summary

This pesto rosso contains beneficial ingredients like sundried tomatoes, basil, and cashew nuts, which are rich in antioxidants and healthy fats. However, the presence of sunflower oil, a seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, and the processed nature of the product limit its healthiness. The inclusion of an additive and the overall processing level further impact the score, despite the presence of some nutritious components.

Key ingredients 8

Sundried tomatoes
Good

Sundried tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, making them a nutritious addition to the product.

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Tomato puree
Good

Tomato puree provides lycopene and other antioxidants, supporting overall health and immune function.

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Double concentrated tomato paste
Good

Tomato paste is concentrated with nutrients like lycopene, offering health benefits in a small serving.

Basil
Good

Basil adds flavor and contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds beneficial for health.

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Grana Padano cheese
Good

Grana Padano cheese provides calcium and protein, contributing to bone health and muscle function.

Milk
Good

Milk is a good source of calcium, vitamin D, and protein, supporting bone and overall health.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation to avoid excessive sodium intake.

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Sunflower oil
Very Bad

Sunflower oil is highly processed and contains a high level of omega-6 fatty acids, which can promote inflammation when consumed excessively.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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