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Calories in Pesto

Pesto has about 418 calories per 100 g, with 5 g protein, 41 g fat and 6 g carbs.

Quick answer

418 kcal

calories per 100 g

Protein
5 g
Fat
41 g
Carbs
6 g

These are reference values. Ingredients and preparation can change the result.

Macros in Pesto

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In your portion

67 kcal

Protein
0.8 g
Fat
6.6 g
Carbs
1 g

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Nutrition table

PortionCaloriesProteinFatCarbs
16 g67 kcal0.8 g6.6 g1 g
50 g209 kcal2.5 g20.5 g3 g
100 g418 kcal5 g41 g6 g
200 g836 kcal10 g82 g12 g

Additional nutrients · 100 g

Fiber
1.8 g
Sugars
2.2 g

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What changes the calories?

Oil, sauces, sugar, toppings, cooking method and portion weight can change pesto calories quickly.

FAQ

How many calories are in pesto?

Pesto has about 418 calories per 100 g. A typical tablespoon (16 g) has about 67 calories.

How much protein is in pesto?

Pesto has about 5 g protein per 100 g and about 0.8 g protein per tablespoon.

Is pesto good for calorie tracking?

Yes, as long as you track portion size. The biggest source of error is usually weight, sauces, oil and mixed ingredients.

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Data sources

Reference values are compiled from USDA FoodData Central, Open Food Facts and curated food databases. Your actual portion may differ by recipe, brand and cooking method.

Nutrition data methodology

Nutrition values are estimates for calorie tracking and may vary by recipe, brand, cooking method and portion size. Not medical advice.

Last updated: July 24, 2026