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Spinach & ricotta tortelloni

Barcode 4056489523970

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Yes — Spinach & ricotta tortelloni is ultra-processed.

The product contains natural flavouring, which is an extracted and industrially processed additive, so under NOVA this makes the product ultra-processed. Other ingredients are mostly basic foods (pasta, cheeses, spinach, cream, sunflower oil, salt), but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

62% egg pasta (durum wheat semolina)
OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

egg

A basic ingredient consisting of animal protein from eggs; a common staple.
OK

water

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

38% ricotta soft cheese and spinach flavoured filling (40% ricotta soft cheese (milk), 29% spinach, breadcrumbs [wheat flour)
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

salt

A basic mineral seasoning used to flavour foods; widely used across cuisines.
OK

whey powder

Dairy-derived protein powder from whey, commonly used in supplements and baked goods.
OK

grated hard cheese

Hard cheese grated, made from milk; a common dairy ingredient.
OK

sunflower oil

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

cream (milk)

Dairy cream made from milk, a basic culinary ingredient.
OK

salt

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.

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Common questions about Spinach & ricotta tortelloni

Is Spinach & ricotta tortelloni ultra-processed?

Yes — Spinach & ricotta tortelloni by Chef select is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains natural flavouring, which is an extracted and industrially processed additive, so under NOVA this makes the product ultra-processed. Other ingredients are mostly basic foods (pasta, cheeses, spinach, cream, sunflower oil, salt), but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient to classify it as UPF.

Which ingredients in Spinach & ricotta tortelloni are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Spinach & ricotta tortelloni as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. 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.