Turmeric Grain Salad

Barcode 29457106

Yes — Turmeric Grain Salad is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes xanthan gum (a thickener) in the tamarind sauce. Industrial thickeners/emulsifiers are markers of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

brown rice

Whole grain rice with bran layer; commonly used as a staple carbohydrate.
OK

quinoa and lentils with butternut squash
OK

pepper

Ground pepper or whole peppercorns, a common spice used to season foods.
OK

courgette and edamame soya bean
OK

vegetable mix and a pot of turmeric yogurt and seed dressing
OK

tamarind sauce (water, tamarind paste, sugar, salt, thickener: xanthan gum)
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
OK

mixed seasoning (salt, vegetable extracts, spices, acid: citric acid, garlic powder, onion powder, sugar)
OK

quinoa

A gluten-free seed-like grain, often used as a nutritious base or side dish.
OK

lentils

Dried pulses used as a basic, single-ingredient food.
OK

butternut squash
OK

courgette

British term for zucchini, a summer squash eaten raw or cooked.
OK

edamame soy[a] beans

Young, green soybeans eaten as a snack or in dishes; typically boiled or steamed.
OK

spices (cumin, coriander)
OK

tahini dressing (water, sesame paste, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, garlic)

Common questions about Turmeric Grain Salad

Is Turmeric Grain Salad ultra-processed?

Yes — Turmeric Grain Salad is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes xanthan gum (a thickener) in the tamarind sauce. Industrial thickeners/emulsifiers are markers of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

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.