M&S Collection

Extra Smooth Hummus

Barcode 29457649

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No — Extra Smooth Hummus is not ultra-processed.

Great choice! Made with simple, recognizable ingredients.

Extra Smooth Hummus is not ultra-processed. It is made from recognizable culinary ingredients: cooked chickpeas, extra virgin olive oil, tahini, water, concentrated lemon juice, garlic, and salt. These ingredients do not include industrial formulations or additives that would trigger a UPF classification under NOVA. The product is a processed hummus, but its simple composition is consistent with minimally processed or processed food rather than ultra-processed food.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked chickpeas (46%) • (water · chickpeas) · extra virgin olive oil
OK

tahini (sesame seed paste)(11%)
OK

water

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

lemon juice concentrate

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Extra Smooth Hummus

Is Extra Smooth Hummus ultra-processed?

No — Extra Smooth Hummus by M&S Collection is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Extra Smooth Hummus is not ultra-processed. It is made from recognizable culinary ingredients: cooked chickpeas, extra virgin olive oil, tahini, water, concentrated lemon juice, garlic, and salt. These ingredients do not include industrial formulations or additives that would trigger a UPF classification under NOVA. The product is a processed hummus, but its simple composition is consistent with minimally processed or processed food rather than ultra-processed food.

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.