Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix

Barcode 4056489895534

Yes — Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains flavouring, an extracted/industrial additive used to modify taste. All other ingredients are minimally processed or culinary ingredients, but the presence of flavouring is sufficient for NOVA ultra-processed classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

challah breadcrumbs (wheat flour, water, yeast, salt, vinegar)
OK

dried cranberries (cranberries, sugar, sunflower oil)
OK

dried apple

Dried apple pieces or slices; traditional dried fruit ingredient used in snacks and cooking.
OK

dried onion

Dried form of the onion bulb, used as a seasoning; flavor-concentrated and shelf-stable.
OK

dried sage

Dried leaves of the sage herb (Salvia officinalis) used as a culinary herb for aroma and flavor.
OK

salt

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

onion

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

dried garlic

Dehydrated garlic cloves ground or whole, used as a pungent seasoning with long shelf life.
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 parsley

Dried leaves of parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Used as a fresh-herb substitute that provides a mild, bright, slightly grassy flavor; common in Europe and North America.
OK

spices

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

sugar

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

flavouring

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

black pepper

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

Common questions about Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix

Is Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix ultra-processed?

Yes — Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains flavouring, an extracted/industrial additive used to modify taste. All other ingredients are minimally processed or culinary ingredients, but the presence of flavouring is sufficient for NOVA ultra-processed classification.

Which ingredients in Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Cranberry Herb Stuffing Mix as an ultra-processed marker: 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.