M&S

Tzatziki

Barcode 00399135

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No — Tzatziki is not ultra-processed.

All listed ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or simple preparations (yogurt, cucumber, extra virgin olive oil, mint, salt, garlic purée, lemon juice, cornflour). There are no industrially processed sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, or other additives associated with ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

yogurt
OK

cucumber

A fresh, crunchy green vegetable commonly eaten raw in salads and as a snack.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

mint

A fresh herb with aromatic leaves used to flavor and garnish dishes, beverages, and desserts.
OK

salt

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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.

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Common questions about Tzatziki

Is Tzatziki ultra-processed?

No — Tzatziki by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All listed ingredients are basic culinary ingredients or simple preparations (yogurt, cucumber, extra virgin olive oil, mint, salt, garlic purée, lemon juice, cornflour). There are no industrially processed sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, or other additives associated with ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

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.