Dolmio

Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna

Barcode 4002359020148

Scanned 18 times by Nomi users

Yes — Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna is ultra-processed.

The product contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient. Other ingredients like tomato products, onion, sugar, salt, herbs, spices, and citric acid are not UPF on their own, but the presence of modified maize starch makes the overall product ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification in this task.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomatoes (77%)
OK

double concentrated tomato paste (14%)
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

sugar

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

salt

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

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

garlic

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

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.

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Common questions about Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna

Is Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna ultra-processed?

Yes — Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna by Dolmio is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains modified maize starch, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient. Other ingredients like tomato products, onion, sugar, salt, herbs, spices, and citric acid are not UPF on their own, but the presence of modified maize starch makes the overall product ultra-processed according to the NOVA classification in this task.

Which ingredients in Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Dolmio Sauce For Lasagna as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. 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?

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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.