Sainsbury's

Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers

Barcode 00178358

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Yes — Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains UPF ingredients such as yeast extract and dextrose, which are industrially processed additives used for flavor enhancement and sweetness, respectively. Other ingredients are mostly whole or minimally processed foods, and basic fortification and vegetable oils are not considered UPF by themselves, but the presence of these specific additives makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

quinoa (17%)
OK

sweet potato (17%)
OK

courgette

British term for zucchini, a summer squash eaten raw or cooked.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

bulgur wheat (9%)
OK

red peppers

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

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

soybean

A legume native to East Asia; edible seeds used for oil, tofu, soy products, and animal feed.
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

vegetable oils: sunflower
OK

rapeseed; garlic
OK

salt

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

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
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

cassia (chinese cinnamon)

Bark from Cinnamomum cassia, closely related to true cinnamon with a strong, sweet-spicy flavor; used ground or as sticks in baking and savory dishes.
OK

dill

Fragrant herb used to flavor dishes and pickles; delicate fronds and seeds.

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Common questions about Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers

Is Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers ultra-processed?

Yes — Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains UPF ingredients such as yeast extract and dextrose, which are industrially processed additives used for flavor enhancement and sweetness, respectively. Other ingredients are mostly whole or minimally processed foods, and basic fortification and vegetable oils are not considered UPF by themselves, but the presence of these specific additives makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Quinoa, Sweet Potato And Lentils Burgers as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, dextrose. 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.