Morrisons

Houmous

Barcode 09014961

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

Yes — Houmous is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive preservative (potassium sorbate), which is an industrial preservative and a pre-identified UPF ingredient. Other ingredients like chickpeas, water, rapeseed oil, tahini, lemon juice, garlic puree, and salt are minimally processed, but the presence of potassium sorbate makes the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked chickpeas

Chickpeas (garbanzo beans) that have been cooked until soft, ready to eat or use in dishes like salads, stews, or hummus base.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

sesame seed paste

A paste made from ground sesame seeds, commonly known as tahini; used as a base in hummus, sauces, and dressings.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

salt

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

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about Houmous

Is Houmous ultra-processed?

Yes — Houmous by Morrisons is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the additive preservative (potassium sorbate), which is an industrial preservative and a pre-identified UPF ingredient. Other ingredients like chickpeas, water, rapeseed oil, tahini, lemon juice, garlic puree, and salt are minimally processed, but the presence of potassium sorbate makes the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Houmous are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Houmous as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. 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.