Sainsbury's

Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni

Barcode 00336789

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Yes — Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains whey powder and flavourings, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. It also includes fully refined soybean oil, another marker of ultra-processing.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

fresh egg pasta (wheat flour, pasteurised egg, durum wheat semolina)

Uncooked pasta made with wheat flour, eggs and semolina; a basic fresh pasta product often used in dishes like ravioli or tagliatelle.
OK

water

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

ricotta cheese (16%) (cows' milk)
OK

spinach (9%)
OK

breadcrumbs (wheat flour, water, salt, yeast)
OK

full fat hard cheese (cows' milk)
UPF

whey powder (cow's milk)

Dairy-derived protein powder produced by separating whey from milk; often used as a protein supplement or food ingredient; processed isolate.
OK

vegetable oil (sunflower, rapeseed, fully refined soybean)
OK

salt

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

pea fibre

Ground pea fibers used as a dietary fiber or texture enhancer in foods.
OK

corn fiber

A dietary fibre derived from corn, used as a bulking agent in foods.
OK

potato fibre

A dietary fibre ingredient derived from potatoes, used to increase fiber content and modify texture.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.

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Common questions about Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni

Is Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni ultra-processed?

Yes — Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains whey powder and flavourings, which are industrially processed ingredients/additives characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods. It also includes fully refined soybean oil, another marker of ultra-processing.

Which ingredients in Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni as ultra-processed markers: whey powder (cow's milk), flavourings. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Spinach Ricotta Tortelloni?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Spinach and Ricotta Tortelloni by Essential Waitrose, Waitrose. 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.

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.