Meadow Fresh

reduced fat red pepper houmous

Barcode 4056489650621

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Yes — reduced fat red pepper houmous is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: potassium sorbate (preservative) and concentrated lemon juice, which is an industrially processed ingredient. These additives place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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a reduced fat cooked chickpea and sesame seed paste dip with roasted red peppers
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concentrated lemon juice and garlic purée ingredients 62% cooked chickpeas (chickpeas, water)
OK

12% roasted red peppers (roasted red peppers, water, acidity regulator: citric acid, salt)
OK

9% sesame seed paste
OK

rapeseed oil

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

water

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

3% concentrated lemon juice
OK

sugar

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

1% garlic purée
OK

salt

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

preservative: potassium sorbate
OK

allergy advice for allergens
OK

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Common questions about reduced fat red pepper houmous

Is reduced fat red pepper houmous ultra-processed?

Yes — reduced fat red pepper houmous by Meadow Fresh is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: potassium sorbate (preservative) and concentrated lemon juice, which is an industrially processed ingredient. These additives place it in the NOVA ultra-processed category.

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.