Sainsbury's

coleslaw

Barcode 00505673

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — coleslaw is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This coleslaw is ultra-processed because it contains guar gum and xanthan gum, which are stabilisers and industrial additives associated with ultra-processed formulations. The mayonnaise also contains potato starch and citrus fibre, which are extracted functional ingredients used to modify texture. The vegetables, egg, cream, lemon juice, rapeseed oil, and sugar are not the factors driving the classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cabbage

A leafy green or purple vegetable commonly used in salads, slaws, and cooked dishes.
OK

mayonnaise

A creamy trans-der emulsified condiment made from oil, egg yolk, and vinegar; often used as a sandwich spread or dressing.
OK

dried egg white (egg white powder)

Powdered form of egg white used as a protein source, leavening aid, and binder in foods.
OK

carrot

A crunchy orange root vegetable often eaten raw or cooked in a variety of dishes.
OK

british single cream

A dairy cream with about 3% fat, made from cows' milk; typically used for pouring or cooking.
OK

lemon juice

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

onion

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

chives

A fresh herb with a mild onion-like flavor, commonly used as a seasoning or garnish.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

guar gum

A plant-derived thickening agent used as a stabiliser in foods; an additive that may be isolated/processed.
UPF

xanthan gum

A microbial polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer; widely used food additive.

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Common questions about coleslaw

Is coleslaw ultra-processed?

Yes — coleslaw by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This coleslaw is ultra-processed because it contains guar gum and xanthan gum, which are stabilisers and industrial additives associated with ultra-processed formulations. The mayonnaise also contains potato starch and citrus fibre, which are extracted functional ingredients used to modify texture. The vegetables, egg, cream, lemon juice, rapeseed oil, and sugar are not the factors driving the classification.

Which ingredients in coleslaw are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in coleslaw as ultra-processed markers: guar gum, xanthan gum. 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.