Lidl

Houmous red pepper

Barcode 4056489198321

Scanned 21 times by Nomi users

Yes — Houmous red pepper is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and pre-identified UPF ingredients. Specifically: the peppadew piquante peppers component includes additives (antioxidants: citric acid, ascorbic acid; firming agent: calcium chloride) that are treated as UPF, and this whole sub-ingredient has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient; and the product also contains the preservative potassium sorbate, an industrial additive. According to the rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the entire product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked chickpeas

Cooked chickpeas in water; a common legume ingredient used as a base for dishes like hummus.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

roasted red peppers and sesame paste

A composite ingredient consisting of roasted red peppers with water, salt and citric acid combined with sesame seed paste (tahini).
OK

lemon juice concentrate

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

water

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

peppadew piquante peppers (2%).

Peppadew piquante peppers brined with water, sugar, spirit vinegar, salt and antioxidants, with calcium chloride as firming agent.
OK

chickpeas in water

Whole chickpeas preserved in water; a basic legume ingredient used for texture and protein.
OK

harissa paste

Spicy North African chili pepper paste with spices and vegetable oils.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

salt

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

red pepper purée

Pureed red bell peppers, a simple vegetable puree often used as a flavor base or ingredient in sauces and dishes.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
OK

potassium sorbate

A preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast, and bacteria in foods and drinks, typically added in small amounts.

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Common questions about Houmous red pepper

Is Houmous red pepper ultra-processed?

Yes — Houmous red pepper by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and pre-identified UPF ingredients. Specifically: the peppadew piquante peppers component includes additives (antioxidants: citric acid, ascorbic acid; firming agent: calcium chloride) that are treated as UPF, and this whole sub-ingredient has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient; and the product also contains the preservative potassium sorbate, an industrial additive. According to the rules, the presence of any such UPF ingredient makes the entire product UPF.

Which ingredients in Houmous red pepper are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Houmous red pepper as an ultra-processed marker: peppadew piquante peppers (2%).. 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.