Sainsburys

Pickled Red Cabbage

Barcode 00285193

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No — Pickled Red Cabbage is not ultra-processed.

Classified as not ultra-processed because all ingredients (red cabbage, water, spirit vinegar, sugar) are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, flavorings, or emulsifiers.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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red cabbage

A purple or reddish-leaved cultivar of Brassica oleracea, commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked; crunchy, mildly peppery and slightly sweet.
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water

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

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
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sugar

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

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Common questions about Pickled Red Cabbage

Is Pickled Red Cabbage ultra-processed?

No — Pickled Red Cabbage by Sainsburys is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as not ultra-processed because all ingredients (red cabbage, water, spirit vinegar, sugar) are basic culinary ingredients without industrial additives, refined syrups, flavorings, or emulsifiers.

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.