Chicken Quinoa Salad

Barcode 217500434833

No — Chicken Quinoa Salad is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are whole foods and basic culinary ingredients: chicken breast, cooked quinoa, vegetables, olives, herbs, spices, basic vinegars, honey, cocoa, and olive oil. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrially refined syrups like glucose-fructose syrup or maltodextrin. Therefore this is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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chicken breast

Lean-cut poultry meat; a common protein source in meals.
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quinoa

Gluten-free seed used as a grain substitute; commonly eaten cooked.
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tomato passata

Pureed tomato sauce used as a base or ingredient in cooking.
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kale

A dark leafy green vegetable rich in vitamins A, C, and K, commonly used fresh in salads or cooked as a side dish.
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carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
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cooked rice (water, wild rice)

A prepared grain dish made from white or brown rice with added water and wild rice; typically used as a staple side or base for dishes.
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black olives

Cured olive fruits commonly used as a savory ingredient or garnish, rich in healthy fats and flavor.
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peppers

A general term for various edible peppers, often bell peppers or chili peppers, used fresh or cooked.
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green chillies

Unripe hot peppers used to add heat and flavor; can be fresh or dried.
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chicken stock

A liquid made by simmering chicken bones and vegetables; used as a base for soups and sauces.
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onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
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tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
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lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
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garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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honey

A natural sweet viscous liquid produced by bees from floral nectar; widely used as a sweetener in foods.
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ground cayenne pepper

A ground spice made from dried cayenne peppers, offering a sharp, hot flavor and vibrant red color.
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dried apricot

Dried fruit from apricot flesh with a chewy texture and sweet-treshrash notes; commonly used as a snack or in cooking.
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raisins

Dried grapes, commonly used as a sweet ingredient in baking and snacks; natural, minimally processed fruit product.
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lemon juice

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

Fermented liquid produced from apple juice, commonly used in dressings, marinades, and flavoring.
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olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
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chili flakes

Crushed dried chili peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes; a common spice.
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sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
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cocoa

Cocoa powder or powder derived from roasted cocoa beans, used for flavor and color in chocolate, bakery, and beverages.
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paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
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parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
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basil

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

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
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salt

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

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
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red wine vinegar

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

Common questions about Chicken Quinoa Salad

Is Chicken Quinoa Salad ultra-processed?

No — Chicken Quinoa Salad is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are whole foods and basic culinary ingredients: chicken breast, cooked quinoa, vegetables, olives, herbs, spices, basic vinegars, honey, cocoa, and olive oil. There are no industrial additives such as emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, or industrially refined syrups like glucose-fructose syrup or maltodextrin. Therefore this is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) 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.