Tesco Finest,Tesco

Spinach and Pone Muy Pesto Pasta

Barcode 10112137

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No — Spinach and Pone Muy Pesto Pasta is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are basic culinary items (pasta from durum wheat semolina, oils, cheeses, nuts, herbs, spices, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic purée). There are no industrial additives, refined industrial syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, stabilizers, or other markers of ultra-processing according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked pasta [durum wheat semolina
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

spinach (3.5%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

parmigiano reggiano cheese (milk) (3.5%)
OK

regato cheese (milk)
OK

pecorino medium fat hard cheese (milk)
OK

toasted pine nuts (2%)
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

lemon juice

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

salt

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

red wine vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Spinach and Pone Muy Pesto Pasta

Is Spinach and Pone Muy Pesto Pasta ultra-processed?

No — Spinach and Pone Muy Pesto Pasta by Tesco Finest,Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are basic culinary items (pasta from durum wheat semolina, oils, cheeses, nuts, herbs, spices, lemon juice, vinegar, garlic purée). There are no industrial additives, refined industrial syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, emulsifiers, stabilizers, or other markers of ultra-processing according to 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.