Deluxe By Lidl

Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune

Barcode 4056489885764

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Yes — Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations, specifically whey powder and natural flavourings, which fall under NOVA’s ultra-processed category.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

60% butternut squash and mascarpone sage filling (25.2% concentrated butternut squash purée, 15.6% ricotta cheese (milk), breadcrumbs [wheat flour, water, salt, olive oil)
OK

yeast

A single-celled fungus used as a leavening agent in bread and fermentation processes.
OK

whey powder

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

sunflower oil

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

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

2.4% mascarpone (milk)
OK

0.6% sage
OK

salt

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

natural flavourings (contains milk)

Ingredients used to impart flavor in foods, dairy-containing flavorings.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

40% egg pasta (durum wheat semolina, 8% whole egg)
OK

water

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

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Common questions about Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune

Is Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune ultra-processed?

Yes — Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune by Deluxe By Lidl is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations, specifically whey powder and natural flavourings, which fall under NOVA’s ultra-processed category.

Which ingredients in Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Butternut Squash, Ricotta & Mascarpone Mezzelune as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavourings (contains milk). 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.