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Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza by Sainsbury's
Sainsbury's

Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza

Barcode 00181495
Scanned  53  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the given criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    fortified wheat flour
    Wheat flour fortified with vitamins and minerals (e.g., iron, niacin, thiamin, calcium carbonate).
  • OK
    mozzarella cheese (cows' _milk_) (17%)
  • OK
    tomato (12%)
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    cheddar cheese (cows' _milk_) (11%)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    semolina
    Coarsely ground durum wheat flour used to make pasta and other baked goods.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
  • OK
    malted wheat flour
    Flour made from wheat that has been malted (sprouted and dried), used to provide malt flavor and fermentable sugars.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • 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
    wheat gluten
    Gluten from wheat; a protein complex used as a food ingredient to provide elasticity and structure in doughs and meat substitutes (e.g., seitan).

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.

Classic Margherita Mozzarella & Tomato Pizza
Not Ultra-Processed
Classic Margherita Mozzarella & Tomato Pizza
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Margherita Sourdough Pizza
Not Ultra-Processed
Margherita Sourdough Pizza
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Stone Baked Margherita Pizza
Not Ultra-Processed
Stone Baked Margherita Pizza
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Classic Margherita Stonebaked
Not Ultra-Processed
Classic Margherita Stonebaked
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Cheese and Tomato Pizza
Not Ultra-Processed
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Common questions about Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza

Is Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza ultra-processed?

Yes — Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains malted wheat flour, which is an industrially processed extract used as a flavor enhancer according to the given criteria.

What are healthier alternatives to Stonebaked Margherita Hand Stretched Pizza?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Classic Margherita Mozzarella & Tomato Pizza by Pizza Express, Margherita Sourdough Pizza by Crosta & Mollica, Stone Baked Margherita Pizza by Tesco. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

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