M&S

Roasted Falafel spinach wrap

Barcode 00683470

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Yes — Roasted Falafel spinach wrap is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil designated as a UPF ingredient. It also contains disodium diphosphate (E450), an industrial leavening/processing aid, and other additives beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour (contains gluten)

Ground wheat flour; contains gluten. Includes added minerals/vitamins as part of enrichment.
OK

pine kernel falafels (18%) (water • chickpeas • rapeseed oil • onions • spinach • carrots • dried potatoes • pine kernels • ground spices (cumin • white pepper) • salt • concentrated lemon juice • raising agent: sodium bicarbonate • coriander • parsley • dried garlic)
OK

water

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

red cabbage

A purple or reddish-leaved cultivar of Brassica oleracea, commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked; crunchy, mildly peppery and slightly sweet.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

feta cheese (milk) (7%)
OK

cucumber

A fresh, crunchy green vegetable commonly eaten raw in salads and as a snack.
OK

spinach (4.5%)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

lemon juice

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

sugar

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

parsley

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

rapeseed oil

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

raising agent: sodium bicarbonate, e450, malic acid
OK

salt

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

dried parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

dried spinach
OK

cornflour

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

cracked black pepper. for allergens see ingredients in bold. suitable for vegetarians

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Common questions about Roasted Falafel spinach wrap

Is Roasted Falafel spinach wrap ultra-processed?

Yes — Roasted Falafel spinach wrap by M&S is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly processed refined oil designated as a UPF ingredient. It also contains disodium diphosphate (E450), an industrial leavening/processing aid, and other additives beyond basic culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Roasted Falafel spinach wrap are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Roasted Falafel spinach wrap as an ultra-processed marker: palm 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.