The Laughing Cow

Light Cheese Triangles

Barcode 3073781160031

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Yes — Light Cheese Triangles is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA. It contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including milk protein (an extracted, isolated protein ingredient), emulsifying salts (triphosphates, polyphosphates), and natural flavouring. These additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods, used to modify texture, stability, and flavour beyond basic culinary processing.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

rehydrated skimmed milk

Skimmed milk powder that has been rehydrated with water to reconstitute milk; typically used in dairy products and baked goods.
OK

cheeses

Fermented dairy products made from milk with varying fat contents and textures; includes hard, soft, and aged varieties.
UPF

milk protein

Protein derived from milk (e.g., whey or casein); a processed isolated protein ingredient.
OK

lactic concentrate

A dairy-derived concentrate containing lactic acid and other components; used as a starter culture or flavoring in some processed dairy products.
UPF

emulsifying salts - triphosphates (tripolyphosphate)

A food additive used as an emulsifier and a phosphate salt to stabilize texture in processed foods; commonly found as sodium or calcium tripolyphosphate.
UPF

polyphosphates

A group of phosphate salt additives used to retain moisture, modify texture, and act as stabilizers in processed foods.
UPF

natural flavouring

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

butter

A dairy product made by churning cream; a basic fat used in cooking and baking.

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.

Lighter Creamy Soft Cheese

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Common questions about Light Cheese Triangles

Is Light Cheese Triangles ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Cheese Triangles by The Laughing Cow is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) according to NOVA. It contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including milk protein (an extracted, isolated protein ingredient), emulsifying salts (triphosphates, polyphosphates), and natural flavouring. These additives are characteristic of ultra-processed foods, used to modify texture, stability, and flavour beyond basic culinary processing.

Which ingredients in Light Cheese Triangles are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Light Cheese Triangles as ultra-processed markers: milk protein, emulsifying salts - triphosphates (tripolyphosphate), polyphosphates, natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Light Cheese Triangles?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Lighter soft cheese by By Sainsbury's, Lighter Creamy Soft Cheese by Marks & Spencer, M&S. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.