Aldi,Specially Selected

Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup

Barcode 4061459672565

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Yes — Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and extracts including stabiliser (polyphosphates) and yeast extract, which are markers of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

butternut squash 19%
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

onion

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

prosciutto crudo 3%(pork)
OK

salt

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

whey powder (_milk_)
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

sweet potato

A starchy root vegetable rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and vitamins. Commonly baked, boiled, or roasted.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

stabiliser(polyphosphates)
UPF

yeast extract

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

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Common questions about Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup

Is Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup by Aldi,Specially Selected is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and extracts including stabiliser (polyphosphates) and yeast extract, which are markers of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system.

Which ingredients in Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Butternut Squash & Prosciutto Soup as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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.