Lidl

Wholegrain red & wild microwavable rice

Barcode 4056489240853

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Yes — Wholegrain red & wild microwavable rice is ultra-processed.

The product is UPF because the vegetable bouillon contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), which are both ultra-processed additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

82% cooked whole grain rice
OK

9% cooked red rice
OK

vegetable oil (sunflower or rapeseed’s)
OK

vegetable bouillon (salt, yeast extract,dextrose, potato starch, onion extract, dried carrots, dried parsley, spice extracts, colour, curcuumin, herb extracts.)

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Common questions about Wholegrain red & wild microwavable rice

Is Wholegrain red & wild microwavable rice ultra-processed?

Yes — Wholegrain red & wild microwavable rice by Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is UPF because the vegetable bouillon contains dextrose (an industrially refined sugar) and yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), which are both ultra-processed additives according to NOVA-style criteria.

What are healthier alternatives to Wholegrain red & wild microwavable rice?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Brown, Red & Wild Wholegrain Rice by Merchant Gourmet, wholegrain and wild rice by Sainsburys. 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.