Sainsbury's

Mushy Peas

Barcode 01185089

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

Yes — Mushy Peas is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, including a color additive (copper complex of chlorophyllin), added flavoring, and the peas themselves are labeled as 'processed peas'. These indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing, so it should be classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rehydrated processed peas (95%)
OK

water

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

colour:copper complex of chlorophyllin
OK

carotenes:
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Mushy Peas

Is Mushy Peas ultra-processed?

Yes — Mushy Peas by Sainsbury's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed additives according to NOVA, including a color additive (copper complex of chlorophyllin), added flavoring, and the peas themselves are labeled as 'processed peas'. These indicate industrial formulation beyond basic culinary processing, so it should be classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF).

Which ingredients in Mushy Peas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Mushy Peas as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. 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.