Aubergine Olive Spread

Barcode 29511587

No — Aubergine Olive Spread is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are mainly vegetables (aubergines, olives, tomatoes, tomato juice), vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower), vinegar, herbs, spices, capers, salt, and a small amount of sugar. There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or refined industrial syrups. Sugar is treated as a basic single-ingredient food per the guidelines. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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aubergines (28%)
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kalamata olives (7%)
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tomatoes (7%)
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tomato juice

Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
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rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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sunflower oil

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

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

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

A dried herb from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare). Offers pungent, warm, slightly bitter flavors and is widely used in Italian and Greek cooking.
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black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
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capers (1%)
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salt

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

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

Common questions about Aubergine Olive Spread

Is Aubergine Olive Spread ultra-processed?

No — Aubergine Olive Spread is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are mainly vegetables (aubergines, olives, tomatoes, tomato juice), vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower), vinegar, herbs, spices, capers, salt, and a small amount of sugar. There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or refined industrial syrups. Sugar is treated as a basic single-ingredient food per the guidelines. Therefore this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) 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.