Is homemade spinach pesto healthy?

Yes! It's rich in vitamins and healthy fats, making it a nutritious addition to meals.

How can I use spinach pesto?

Use it as a pasta sauce, spread on sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies.

Can I store homemade spinach pesto?

Absolutely! Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze it for longer storage.

Condiment

Wie viele Kalorien hat Homemade Spinach Pesto?

Homemade Spinach Pesto is a vibrant blend of fresh spinach, garlic, nuts, olive oil, and cheese, providing a nutrient-rich condiment that's perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and more. It’s packed with healthy fats and antioxidants, making it a delicious addition to your meals.

Pro 100 g

190 kcal

1 tablespoon

28 kcal

(15 g)

Protein	Kohlenhydrate	Fett
5 g / 100g	5 g / 100g	18 g / 100g

In numbers

Where the calories come from

Protein 10% · Carbs 10% · Fat 80%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 tablespoon (15 g, 28 kcal) is 1% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 tablespoon takes about 7 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Compared with similar foods

Homemade Spinach Pesto is number 5 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 240 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Spicy Pickled Radishes	40	1 g
Classic Marinara Sauce	70	2 g
Sweet and Spicy Pickles	90	1 g
Roasted Red Pepper Dip	100	2 g
Homemade Spinach Pesto	190	5 g
Lemon Basil Infused Olive Oil	900	0 g

Nutrition data updated June 14, 2026.

Portionsgrößen

Portion	Gramm	Kalorien
1 tablespoon	15 g	28 kcal
2 tablespoons	30 g	56 kcal
1/4 cup	60 g	112 kcal
1/2 cup	120 g	224 kcal

Gesundheitswert

8/10

Häufige Fragen

Is homemade spinach pesto healthy?: Yes! It's rich in vitamins and healthy fats, making it a nutritious addition to meals.
How can I use spinach pesto?: Use it as a pasta sauce, spread on sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies.
Can I store homemade spinach pesto?: Absolutely! Store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze it for longer storage.

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