Marks & Spencer

Extra smooth houmous

Barcode 29167753

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

No — Extra smooth houmous is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of whole or minimally processed ingredients: cooked chickpeas, water, tahini (sesame seed paste), sunflower oil, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, salt, citric acid (a basic food additive), and concentrated lemon juice. None of these are industrial formulations or additives that classify the product as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked chickpeas (52%) (chickpeas water)
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water

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

tahini (sesame seed paste) sunflower oil
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
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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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salt

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

citric acid

A weak organic acid used to regulate acidity in foods; commonly produced industrially via fermentation of sugars and used as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

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

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Common questions about Extra smooth houmous

Is Extra smooth houmous ultra-processed?

No — Extra smooth houmous by Marks & Spencer is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists mainly of whole or minimally processed ingredients: cooked chickpeas, water, tahini (sesame seed paste), sunflower oil, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, salt, citric acid (a basic food additive), and concentrated lemon juice. None of these are industrial formulations or additives that classify the product as ultra-processed 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.