M&S Food

Pickled red onions

Barcode 29055845

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No — Pickled red onions is not ultra-processed.

All ingredients (red onions, water, sugar, vinegar, salt, spices) are basic culinary ingredients with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing agents, so this is not ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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red onion

A variety of onion with a reddish-purple skin and white flesh with a mild to medium sharp flavor; commonly used raw in salads or cooked in dishes for sweetness and aroma.
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water

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

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

vinegar

A sour-tasting liquid produced by fermentation, widely used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

salt

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

chillies

Dried or fresh peppers from Capsicum species, used to add heat and flavor to foods.
OK

coriander seeds

Dried seeds of the cilantro plant (Coriandrum sativum) used whole or crushed to add warm, citrusy, spicy notes.
OK

black peppercorns
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pink peppercorns

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Common questions about Pickled red onions

Is Pickled red onions ultra-processed?

No — Pickled red onions by M&S Food is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All ingredients (red onions, water, sugar, vinegar, salt, spices) are basic culinary ingredients with no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processing agents, so this is not ultra-processed 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.