Sainsbury’s,Sainsburys

Cheddar and bacon quiche

Barcode 00129503

Yes — Cheddar and bacon quiche is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil designated as UPF. It also includes sodium nitrite (a preservative in the bacon) and spirit vinegar, both of which are industrially processed additives. The presence of these ingredients makes the overall product UPF under NOVA-style classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

single cream (cow's milk)

A dairy cream with typically around 18-25% fat, used for pouring or topping alongside coffee or desserts.
OK

fortified wheat flour

Flour that has had minerals and vitamins added (calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin) to enhance nutrition; used as a baking base and staple ingredient.
OK

cow's milk

Dairy liquid produced by cows, used in beverages, dairy products, and cooking.
OK

pasteurised british free range egg (10%)
OK

mature cheddar cheese (8%) (cows' milk)
OK

maple cured smoked british bacon (7%) (british pork belly, salt, brown sugar, maple syrup, preservative: sodium nitrite)
OK

oak smoked british bacon rasher (6%) (british pork belly, salt, brown sugar, maple syrup, preservative: sodium nitrite)
OK

butter (4.5%) (cows' milk)
OK

taw valley cheddar cheese (4%) (cows' milk)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
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

dijon mustard

A smooth, prepared mustard condiment made from brown/black mustard seeds, water, vinegar, and salt; commonly used as a spread or flavoring.
OK

salt

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

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Cheddar and bacon quiche

Is Cheddar and bacon quiche ultra-processed?

Yes — Cheddar and bacon quiche by Sainsbury’s,Sainsburys is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil designated as UPF. It also includes sodium nitrite (a preservative in the bacon) and spirit vinegar, both of which are industrially processed additives. The presence of these ingredients makes the overall product UPF under NOVA-style classification.

Which ingredients in Cheddar and bacon quiche are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Cheddar and bacon quiche as an ultra-processed marker: palm 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.