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Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Calories
Classic sauce for pasta, rich in basil, olive oil, and pine nuts.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Pesto Sauce (Barilla) (30 g) has 129 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 12.9 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 1.6 mg of Vitamin E covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
129
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
12.9g
· 17% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 4% · Fat 90%
Pesto Sauce (Barilla) nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 129 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.9 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 2.25 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 360 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Pesto Sauce (Barilla)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (mini) | 5 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 25 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 194 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 190 g | 817 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pesto Sauce (Barilla)
What is Barilla Pesto Sauce made of?
Barilla Pesto Sauce is a basil-based sauce made with oil, nuts and cheese, with garlic and seasonings adding flavour. The exact recipe can vary by market, so the jar’s ingredient list gives the formulation sold in your region.
Can you eat Barilla Pesto Sauce straight from the jar?
Yes, Barilla Pesto Sauce is ready to eat and does not need to be cooked first. You can spread it on bread or stir it into a cold pasta salad; refrigerate the jar after opening.
Does Barilla Pesto Sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?
Yes, refrigerate Barilla Pesto Sauce once the jar is open and keep the lid firmly closed. Use a clean utensil each time, and follow the storage instructions printed on the jar.
How long does Barilla Pesto Sauce last after opening?
Barilla Pesto Sauce lasts only as long as the jar’s after-opening instructions indicate when kept refrigerated. Follow that guidance rather than relying on appearance alone, and discard the sauce if you notice mould or an off smell.
Can you freeze Barilla Pesto Sauce?
Yes, Barilla Pesto Sauce can be frozen in a freezer-safe container. Its oil may separate and its texture may change after thawing, so stir it well before using and avoid refreezing it.
Should you cook Barilla Pesto Sauce or add it after cooking?
Add Barilla Pesto Sauce after the pasta or other food has cooked, rather than boiling the sauce. The residual warmth helps it coat the food while preserving its fresh basil flavour.
What pasta goes best with Barilla Pesto Sauce?
Barilla Pesto Sauce works with both long pasta, such as spaghetti, and shapes with ridges or twists, such as fusilli. Those shapes hold the sauce well, especially when you toss everything together while the pasta is warm.
How do you make Barilla Pesto Sauce less thick for pasta?
Loosen Barilla Pesto Sauce with a small splash of the pasta’s starchy cooking water. Stir it into the drained pasta a little at a time until the sauce coats the noodles rather than sitting in a thick layer.
Can you use Barilla Pesto Sauce on a sandwich?
Yes, Barilla Pesto Sauce makes a flavourful spread for sandwiches and wraps. Use a thin layer on the bread, then add fillings such as roasted vegetables, mozzarella or chicken so the pesto does not overwhelm them.
What is the difference between Barilla Pesto Sauce and pesto rosso?
Barilla Pesto Sauce is a green, basil-based pesto, while pesto rosso is a red pesto made with ingredients such as tomatoes. Their flavours differ, so swapping one for the other will change the taste of a recipe.
Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.56mg · 10% DV
Vitamin K
10.5µg · 9% DV
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B12
0.06µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
360mg · 16% DV
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Calcium
36mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pesto Sauce (Barilla)
To burn the 129 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pesto Sauce (Barilla)?
Barilla’s pesto sauce is a ready-to-use take on pesto, the herb-rich sauce associated with Liguria in north-western Italy. Basil, olive oil and pine nuts give it its characteristic flavour and thick, spoonable texture. It brings a concentrated taste to everyday meals without needing to make pesto from scratch.
It is most often tossed through pasta, sometimes loosened with a splash of cooking water so it coats the strands evenly. It also works in sandwiches, with roasted vegetables or stirred into a grain bowl. This is an oil-rich sauce, with 43 g of fat per 100 g, so a little goes a long way. Use a modest spoonful and add fresh tomatoes or vegetables for a lighter, balanced meal.
How Nutritious Is Pesto Sauce (Barilla)?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pesto Sauce (Barilla) Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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