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Sweet & Creamy Root Veg Mash by ASDA
ASDA

Sweet & Creamy Root Veg Mash

Barcode 27436318
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Sweet & Creamy Root Veg Mash is not ultra-processed.

All listed ingredients are basic foods (vegetables, cream, butter, salt, pepper). The extra text in the array appears to be labeling/pack information, not additional additives. No industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavourings, or other NOVA ultra-processed markers are present.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    potatoes (35%)
  • OK
    carrots (23%)
  • OK
    swede (20%)
  • OK
    parsnips (17%)
  • OK
    single cream (milk) (2%)
  • OK
    salted butter (2%) [butter (milk)
  • OK
    salt
    A basic mineral seasoning used to flavour foods; widely used across cuisines.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    white pepper
    A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    allergy advice! for allergens
  • OK
    see ingredients in bold
  • OK
    no artificial colours
  • OK
    flavours or hydrogenated fat
  • OK
    nutrition we suggest this product provides 2 servings typical values (microwaved) energy kj per per 100g 1/2 pack 226 452 energy kcal 54 108 fat 2
  • OK
    3g 4
  • OK
    6g heating instructions

Common questions about Sweet & Creamy Root Veg Mash

Is Sweet & Creamy Root Veg Mash ultra-processed?

No — Sweet & Creamy Root Veg Mash by ASDA is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All listed ingredients are basic foods (vegetables, cream, butter, salt, pepper). The extra text in the array appears to be labeling/pack information, not additional additives. No industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavourings, or other NOVA ultra-processed markers are present.

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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