M&S

harissa olive dip

Barcode 29338658

No — harissa olive dip is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains only basic culinary ingredients and simple additives (lactic acid and citric acid as acidity regulators), which are allowed and do not in themselves make a product ultra-processed under the given rules. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners beyond basic cornflour, or industrially processed syrups or flavorings.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

yogurt (milk)

A dairy product produced by fermenting milk with bacterial cultures; commonly contains live cultures.
OK

red peppers

Fresh bell peppers; sweet, crunchy vegetables used as a vegetable. Ready-to-eat raw ingredient.
OK

green olives
OK

sunflower oil

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

water

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

sundried tomatoes
OK

sugar

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

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
OK

salt

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

lactic acid

A common food additive used to regulate acidity in beverages and processed foods.
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

chilli powder

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

basil

A leafy herb with a sweet, peppery aroma used fresh or dried to season sauces, pizzas, and Mediterranean dishes.
OK

vinegar

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

More in Sauces, Condiments & Spreads

See all Sauces, Condiments & Spreads →

Other sauces, condiments & spreads products Nomi has analysed ingredient by ingredient.

Common questions about harissa olive dip

Is harissa olive dip ultra-processed?

No — harissa olive dip by M&S is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only basic culinary ingredients and simple additives (lactic acid and citric acid as acidity regulators), which are allowed and do not in themselves make a product ultra-processed under the given rules. There are no industrial sweeteners, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners beyond basic cornflour, or industrially processed syrups or flavorings.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.