Pesto has about 72 calories per 1 tbsp (16 g), with 1 g protein, 1 g carbs and 7 g fat. Per 100 g it has 450 kcal.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (16 g) | 72 kcal | 1 g | 1 g | 7 g |
| 100 g | 450 kcal | 6 g | 6 g | 44 g |
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| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tbsp (16 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 450 kcal | 72 kcal |
| Protein | 6 g | 1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g | 1 g |
| Fat | 44 g | 7 g |
| Fibre | 2 g | 0.3 g |
| Sugar | 1 g | 0.2 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 96 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg | 24 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 0.2 mg |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 32 mg |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg | 0.8 mg |
Source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are for the ready-to-eat form unless the name says raw or dry, and vary with recipe, oil and portion.
To burn it off: 1 tbsp (16 g) (72 kcal) takes about 14 min of brisk walking or 7 min of running for a 70 kg adult.
One serving of Pesto, 1 tbsp (16 g), has roughly 72 calories, with 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates, 7 g fat and 0.3 g fibre.
100 g of Pesto has 450 kcal, with 6 g protein, 6 g carbs, 44 g fat, 2 g fibre and 1 g sugar.
Pesto has 6 g protein per 100 g (1 g in 1 tbsp (16 g)). Protein provides about 5% of its calories.
Only in measured portions. At 450 kcal per 100 g it is calorie-dense, so portions add up fast. 1 tbsp (16 g) adds 72 kcal, so count it within your daily target.
Burning roughly 72 kcal takes about 14 minutes of brisk walking or 7 minutes of running for a 70 kg adult. It takes longer if you're lighter and less time if you're heavier.
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