By sainsbury's

Salsa

Barcode 00426725

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Salsa is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This salsa is classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an extracted additive. It also contains guar gum, a stabilizer, which is an industrial formulation additive. The remaining ingredients are generally basic culinary ingredients, but these additives lead to the UPF classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

tomato

A fresh, edible fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking; high in water and lycopene.
OK

onion

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

tomato juice

Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

sugar

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

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

red wine vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
OK

jalapeño pepper

A mature jalapeño chili pepper, medium-sized and moderately spicy, used fresh or pickled.
OK

cornflour

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

salt

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
UPF

stabilisers: guar gum; sea salt

A prepared ingredient consisting of the food additive guar gum (a stabiliser) together with sea salt; used to thicken, stabilise, and season foods.
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.

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Common questions about Salsa

Is Salsa ultra-processed?

Yes — Salsa by By sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This salsa is classified as ultra-processed because it contains paprika extract, a pre-identified UPF ingredient and an extracted additive. It also contains guar gum, a stabilizer, which is an industrial formulation additive. The remaining ingredients are generally basic culinary ingredients, but these additives lead to the UPF classification.

Which ingredients in Salsa are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Salsa as ultra-processed markers: stabilisers: guar gum; sea salt, paprika extract. 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.