Deluxe

Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes

Barcode 4056489848462

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Yes — Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including modified maize starch, yeast extract, guar gum (a thickener), flavouring, hydrolysed vegetable protein, and smoked dextrose. According to the NOVA system and the provided rules, the presence of these ingredients makes the overall product UPF even though it also contains many whole foods like lentils, vegetables, and beans.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

water (16%)
OK

lentils

Small, lens-shaped legumes rich in protein and dietary fiber; widely used in soups, stews, and salads.
OK

tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
OK

potatoes

Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
OK

black beans

Beans from plants of the Phaseolus genus, a staple legume used across many cuisines.
OK

red peppers

Fresh bell peppers; sweet, crunchy vegetables used as a vegetable. Ready-to-eat raw ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

double concentrated tomato purée
OK

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

onions

A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
OK

dried tomatoes (1%)
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

salt

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

thickener: guar gum
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

smoked paprika

A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
OK

smoked dextrose
OK

concentrated lime juice

A concentrated form of juice pressed from limes, usually used as a souring agent and flavoring in beverages and recipes.
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
UPF

hydrolysed vegetable protein

Protein hydrolysate used as a flavor enhancer and umami source in processed foods; often contains free amino acids and peptides; widely used in snacks, soups, sauces, and seasonings.
OK

lactic acid

A food-grade acidulant used to adjust acidity in foods; produced through fermentation or chemical synthesis.
OK

caramelized sugar syrup
OK

ground smoked chipotle chillies
OK

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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Common questions about Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes

Is Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes ultra-processed?

Yes — Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes by Deluxe is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and UPF ingredients, including modified maize starch, yeast extract, guar gum (a thickener), flavouring, hydrolysed vegetable protein, and smoked dextrose. According to the NOVA system and the provided rules, the presence of these ingredients makes the overall product UPF even though it also contains many whole foods like lentils, vegetables, and beans.

Which ingredients in Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Spicy soup with lentils and tomatoes as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, yeast extract, flavouring, hydrolysed vegetable protein. 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.