Which is healthier, Pesto or Ricotta?

Neither is clearly better — they have different strengths. Pesto has 387 calories and 5g protein per 100g, while Ricotta has 174 calories and 11.3g protein.

How many calories are in Pesto vs Ricotta?

Pesto contains 387 calories per 100g, while Ricotta contains 174 calories per 100g.

Which has more protein, Pesto or Ricotta?

Ricotta has more protein with 11.3g per 100g compared to 5g.

Pesto vs Ricotta

Nutrition Comparison per 100g

Pesto 5

5 Ricotta

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Side-by-Side Nutrition Facts

Nutrient	Pesto	Ricotta	Better
Calories	387kcal	174kcal	Ricotta
Protein	5g	11.3g	Ricotta
Total Fat	37g	13g	Ricotta
Carbohydrates	7g	3g	Pesto
Fiber	1.5g	0g	Pesto
Sugar	1.3g	0.3g	Ricotta
Vitamin C	4mg	0mg	Pesto
Calcium	200mg	207mg	Ricotta
Iron	2mg	0.4mg	Pesto
Potassium	155mg	105mg	Pesto

Macronutrient Breakdown

Pesto

Protein: 5g Fat: 37g Carbs: 7g

Ricotta

Protein: 11.3g Fat: 13g Carbs: 3g

Data Source

Nutrition data sourced from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy database. All values are per 100g of the food item. Actual nutritional content may vary by preparation method, brand, and serving size.

Pesto vs Ricotta — Key Takeaway

Ricotta has 213 fewer calories per 100g than Pesto, making it the lighter option. For protein, Ricotta leads with 11.3g per 100g.

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