Trader Joe's

Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend

Barcode 00659673

No — Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend is not ultra-processed.

This seasoning blend primarily contains herbs, spices, citrus oils/juice, salt, citric acid, and rice concentrate. Citric acid is a common basic additive and rice concentrate is typically used as an anti-caking agent; neither are on the specified list of ultra-processed indicators. There are no artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, industrially processed sugars, emulsifiers, stabilizers, or refined palm fruit oil, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under the provided NOVA-based rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

citric acid (acidulant)
OK

onion powder salt
OK

lime oil
OK

lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
OK

bay leaves
OK

coriander powder

Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
OK

cumin powder

Ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum, a warm, earthy spice used in various cuisines.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
OK

rice concentrate
OK

bitter orange oil
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

cilantro
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
UPF

lemon oil

A volatile essential oil extracted from lemon peels, used as a citrus flavoring or aroma in foods.
OK

marjoram

A single herb used as a seasoning.
OK

parsley

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

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Common questions about Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend

Is Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend ultra-processed?

No — Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend by Trader Joe's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This seasoning blend primarily contains herbs, spices, citrus oils/juice, salt, citric acid, and rice concentrate. Citric acid is a common basic additive and rice concentrate is typically used as an anti-caking agent; neither are on the specified list of ultra-processed indicators. There are no artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, industrially processed sugars, emulsifiers, stabilizers, or refined palm fruit oil, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under the provided NOVA-based rules.

Which ingredients in Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Cuban Style Citrusy Garlic Seasoning Blend as an ultra-processed marker: lemon oil. 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.