Lentil Snack Crisps

Barcode 29386604

Yes — Lentil Snack Crisps is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include natural flavouring and dried barley malt, which are industrially processed additives used for flavouring; presence of these UPF ingredients makes the whole product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

red lentil flour (36%)
OK

sunflower oil

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

pea starch

Starch extracted from peas; a refined carbohydrate used as a thickener or binder in foods.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
OK

dried yeast

Dehydrated yeast used as a leavening agent or flavoring in baking and fermentation.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

dried garlic

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

ground spices

Ground spices are dried aromatic plant parts (such as pepper, cumin, coriander) that have been milled into a powder. They contribute aroma and flavor and are used as a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

smoked paprika

A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
OK

chili pepper

A small, hot fruit of the Capsicum plant used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
OK

dried green peppers
OK

dried barley malt
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

dried extract

Common questions about Lentil Snack Crisps

Is Lentil Snack Crisps ultra-processed?

Yes — Lentil Snack Crisps is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredients include natural flavouring and dried barley malt, which are industrially processed additives used for flavouring; presence of these UPF ingredients makes the whole product UPF under NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Lentil Snack Crisps are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Lentil Snack Crisps as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.