Sainsbury's

Ricotta

Barcode 01304916

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

No — Ricotta is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are basic dairy components (whey, cream, salt) plus lactic acid as a simple acidity regulator, with no industrial flavourings, sweeteners, refined syrups, or complex additives; therefore this is not ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

whey (cows' milk)
OK

cream

Dairy cream derived from cow's milk, commonly used as a rich dairy ingredient; fat content varies by product.
OK

salt

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

lactic acid

A common food additive used to regulate acidity in beverages and processed foods.

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Common questions about Ricotta

Is Ricotta ultra-processed?

No — Ricotta by Sainsbury's is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are basic dairy components (whey, cream, salt) plus lactic acid as a simple acidity regulator, with no industrial flavourings, sweeteners, refined syrups, or complex additives; therefore this is not ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.