Marks & Spencer

Prawn Layered Salad

Barcode 00107310

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Prawn Layered Salad is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains pre-identified UPF ingredients tamarind extract and lemon oil, which are industrially extracted additives used for flavoring. Presence of any UPF ingredient makes the whole product UPF under the given rules.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked pasta (18%) (water)
OK

durum wheat
OK

semolina (contains gluten)
OK

cooked prawns (crustacean) (16%). carrots (15%)
OK

iceberg lettuce
OK

cucumber (11%)
OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

sweetcorn (6%)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

pasteurised egg yolk

Egg yolk that has been pasteurized to reduce microbial risk; used as a rich emulsifier and binding ingredient in sauces and pastries.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

vegetable oil (sunflower/rapeseed)

A neutral-tasting cooking oil extracted from sunflower and/or rapeseed; used for frying and sautéing.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

tomato passata

Pureed tomato sauce used as a base or ingredient in cooking.
OK

black treacle

A dark, viscous syrup produced during sugar refining; used as a sweetener and flavoring in baking and desserts.
OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

ground paprika

A ground spice made from dried peppers, used for color and flavor.
OK

onion purée

A smooth paste made from onions, used to add sweetness and body to dishes.
UPF

tamarind extract

Concentrated extract derived from tamarind pulp; used for sour flavor in sauces and beverages.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

red peppers

Fresh bell peppers; sweet, crunchy vegetables used as a vegetable. Ready-to-eat raw ingredient.
OK

ground white pepper

Ground white pepper is a spice produced from the seeds of the ripe pepper fruit with the outer black skin removed, offering a milder, slightly fermented pepper flavor compared to black pepper.
OK

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
OK

ground cloves

Ground cloves are the finely milled powder of the dried flower buds of the clove tree. They are a common spice used in both sweet and savory dishes, offering warm, aromatic, and slightly bitter notes.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
UPF

lemon oil

A volatile essential oil extracted from lemon peels, used as a citrus flavoring or aroma in foods.

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Common questions about Prawn Layered Salad

Is Prawn Layered Salad ultra-processed?

Yes — Prawn Layered Salad by Marks & Spencer is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains pre-identified UPF ingredients tamarind extract and lemon oil, which are industrially extracted additives used for flavoring. Presence of any UPF ingredient makes the whole product UPF under the given rules.

Which ingredients in Prawn Layered Salad are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Prawn Layered Salad as ultra-processed markers: tamarind extract, lemon oil. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.