Lidl

Red pepper houmous

Barcode 4056489240778

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Yes — Red pepper houmous is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains potassium sorbate, an industrial preservative additive used to extend shelf life. The rest of the ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of this additive makes the overall product ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

ingredients 50% cooked chickpeas (chickpeas)
OK

water

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

16% red pepper purée
OK

rapeseed oil

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

6% sesame seed paste
OK

lemon juice concentrate

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

4% sunblush® red pepper tapenade (sunblush® red pepper, rapeseed oil, tomato concentrate, olive oil, salt, concentrated lemon juice, garlic, sugar)
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

potassium sorbate

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

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

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

Not Ultra-Processed

Organic Houmous

Sainsbury's,So Organic

Organic Houmous ~ With added extra virgin olive oil

Waitrose Duchy Organic

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Common questions about Red pepper houmous

Is Red pepper houmous ultra-processed?

Yes — Red pepper houmous by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains potassium sorbate, an industrial preservative additive used to extend shelf life. The rest of the ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of this additive makes the overall product ultra-processed under NOVA.

What are healthier alternatives to Red pepper houmous?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic Houmous by Sainsbury's,So Organic, Tesco Houmous by Tesco, Organic Houmous ~ With added extra virgin olive oil by Marks & Spencer. 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?

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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.

Red pepper houmous

Ingredients

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Red pepper houmous

Is Red pepper houmous ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Red pepper houmous?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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