Trader Jose's

Bean & Rice Burrito

Barcode 00138666

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

Yes — Bean & Rice Burrito is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and ultra-processed components: pasteurized process nonfat cheddar cheese (a processed cheese product), sodium citrate (emulsifying salt), and multiple gums used as stabilizers/thickeners (xanthan gum, locust bean gum, guar gum). These extracted/synthesized additives and the processed cheese move the product into the UPF category under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

organic wheat flour tortilla (organic wheat flour, oat fiber, baking powder [monocalcium phosphate, sodium bicarbonate, corn starch, sea salt])
OK

organic pinto beans
OK

organic brown rice
OK

pasteurized process nonfat cheddar cheese (skim milk cheese [cultured skim milk, salt, enzymes], nonfat dry milk, water, sodium citrate, cheddar flavor, xanthan gum, locust bean gum, guar gum, paprika and turmeric [color], tomatoes, organic tomato puree, onion, green chiles, spices, organic tamari (water, organic soybeans, salt, organic alcohol), cilantro, garlic, arrowroot.)

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Common questions about Bean & Rice Burrito

Is Bean & Rice Burrito ultra-processed?

Yes — Bean & Rice Burrito by Trader Jose's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes several industrial additives and ultra-processed components: pasteurized process nonfat cheddar cheese (a processed cheese product), sodium citrate (emulsifying salt), and multiple gums used as stabilizers/thickeners (xanthan gum, locust bean gum, guar gum). These extracted/synthesized additives and the processed cheese move the product into the UPF category under NOVA.

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.