Cucina

Mushroom Tortelloni

Barcode 4061464647763

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — Mushroom Tortelloni is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and formulations such as flavouring (unspecified industrial flavouring) and the preservative sorbic acid, as well as acidity regulators like potassium lactate and lactic acid. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are typical of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

durum wheat semolina

Coarsely ground durum wheat flour used especially for making pasta; high in gluten.
OK

pasteurised egg (11%)
OK

water

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

sunflower oil

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

provolone cheese (milk)
OK

ricotta cheese (ricotta cheese (milk))
OK

salt

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

whey powder

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

potassium lactate

An acidity regulator derived from potassium lactate used to control acidity and moisture in foods.
OK

lactic acid; salt
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

dried mushrooms

Mushrooms that have been dehydrated for preservation and use; rehydrated before cooking.
OK

dried porcini mushrooms

Dried porcini mushrooms, rehydrated in cooking to add a rich, earthy mushroom flavor.
UPF

flavouring

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

onion

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

dried garlic

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

sorbic acid

Common preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast and fungal growth in foods. Typically used in jams, cheeses, baked goods, and beverages.

Swap it for something less processed

See all Pasta, Rice & Noodles →

Other pasta, rice & noodles Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.

Common questions about Mushroom Tortelloni

Is Mushroom Tortelloni ultra-processed?

Yes — Mushroom Tortelloni by Cucina 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 such as flavouring (unspecified industrial flavouring) and the preservative sorbic acid, as well as acidity regulators like potassium lactate and lactic acid. These additives go beyond basic culinary ingredients and are typical of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Mushroom Tortelloni are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Mushroom Tortelloni as ultra-processed markers: potassium lactate, 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.