Tesco

Finest Coleslaw

Barcode 03411100

Scanned 7 times by Nomi users

Yes — Finest Coleslaw is ultra-processed.

The coleslaw contains stabilisers and a thickener, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and shelf life. Their presence classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cabbage

A fresh cruciferous vegetable, typically used raw in salads or cooked as a side dish; nutrient-rich and minimally processed.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

water

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

pasteurised egg yolk

Egg yolk that has been pasteurized to reduce microbial risk; used as a rich emulsifier and binding ingredient in sauces and pastries.
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

onion

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

salt

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

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

citrus fibre

Fibrous material derived from citrus fruits, used as dietary fiber and texturizer in foods.
UPF

stabilisers

Additives used to stabilize emulsions or mixtures in foods, often including gums, alginates, or other texturizers.
UPF

thickener

A generic food additive used to thicken textures, such as gums or starches (e.g., xanthan gum, carrageenan, or modified starch).

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Common questions about Finest Coleslaw

Is Finest Coleslaw ultra-processed?

Yes — Finest Coleslaw by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The coleslaw contains stabilisers and a thickener, which are industrial additives used to modify texture and shelf life. Their presence classifies the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Which ingredients in Finest Coleslaw are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Finest Coleslaw as ultra-processed markers: stabilisers, thickener. 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.