Lidl

Tomato lentils

Barcode 4056489480037

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No — Tomato lentils is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic foods and culinary ingredients: lentils, tomatoes (in various forms), oils (sunflower, olive), herbs (oregano, basil), onion, garlic/garlic purée, red wine vinegar, salt, and sugar. There are no industrial additives, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, industrial sweeteners, or refined industrial syrups. Sugar is treated here as a basic single-ingredient food under the given rules. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA as defined in the task instructions.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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41% cooked black lentils (water)
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black lentils
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41% cooked green lentils (water)
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green lentils

Dried legumes that cook into a soft, earthy-tasting legume. Common staple in soups and stews.
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6% sunblushed tomatade (slow roasted tomatoes, tomato concentrate, sunflower oil, olive oil, salt)
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oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
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sugar

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

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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4% tomato purée
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2% sun-dried tomatoes (sundried tomatoes, salt)
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onion

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

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
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red wine vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
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basil

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

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

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.

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Common questions about Tomato lentils

Is Tomato lentils ultra-processed?

No — Tomato lentils by Lidl is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists only of basic foods and culinary ingredients: lentils, tomatoes (in various forms), oils (sunflower, olive), herbs (oregano, basil), onion, garlic/garlic purée, red wine vinegar, salt, and sugar. There are no industrial additives, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, industrial sweeteners, or refined industrial syrups. Sugar is treated here as a basic single-ingredient food under the given rules. Therefore, this product is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF) under NOVA as defined in the task instructions.

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.