Sainsbury’s

Spinach, Ricotta & Lemon Girasoli

Barcode 00434966

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Yes — Spinach, Ricotta & Lemon Girasoli is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains fully refined soybean oil, an industrially refined vegetable oil beyond basic culinary processing according to the given rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

fresh egg pasta (_wheat_ flour, free range _egg_, durum _wheat_ semolina)
OK

water

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

ricotta cheese (27%) (cows' _milk_)
OK

breadcrumbs (_wheat_ flour)
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

spinach (6%)
OK

vegetable oil

A blend of refined vegetable oils (sunflower, rapeseed, corn, and fully refined soybean) used as a cooking fat.
OK

cream

Dairy cream derived from cow's milk, commonly used as a rich dairy ingredient; fat content varies by product.
OK

butter (cows' _milk_)
OK

lactose (cows' _milk_). medium fat hard cheese (cows _milk_). salt
OK

lemon peel

Zest or dried peel of lemons, used to impart citrusy aroma and flavor.

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Common questions about Spinach, Ricotta & Lemon Girasoli

Is Spinach, Ricotta & Lemon Girasoli ultra-processed?

Yes — Spinach, Ricotta & Lemon Girasoli by Sainsbury’s is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains fully refined soybean oil, an industrially refined vegetable oil beyond basic culinary processing according to the given rules.

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.