Old El Paso

Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa

Barcode 0046000283241

Scanned 16 times by Nomi users

Yes — Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavouring (industrial flavor additive), modified corn starch (industrial thickener/stabilizer), and lemon juice concentrate (processed extract). These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so the salsa is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

chopped tomatoes (64%)
OK

onions

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many dishes.
OK

green peppers

Fresh green bell peppers, a crunchy vegetable used for texture and flavor.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

salt

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

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

sugar

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

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
OK

chili pepper (0.4%)
OK

dried jalapeño
OK

garlic powder

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

calcium chloride (firming agent)

Calcium chloride is an edible salt used as a firming agent in canned vegetables, pickles, and various foods.
UPF

modified corn starch

A processed starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer, created by chemically modifying corn starch.

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Common questions about Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa

Is Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa ultra-processed?

Yes — Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa by Old El Paso is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA, including natural flavouring (industrial flavor additive), modified corn starch (industrial thickener/stabilizer), and lemon juice concentrate (processed extract). These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients, so the salsa is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Thick 'n' Chunky Salsa as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, modified corn starch. 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.