The Deli,aldi

Houmous

Barcode 4088600003429

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Yes — Houmous is ultra-processed.

The houmous contains the preservative potassium sorbate, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life. Its presence makes the product ultra-processed according to NOVA. Other ingredients like chickpeas, water, rapeseed oil, sesame seed paste, lemon juice, garlic, and salt are minimally processed, but the use of this preservative is sufficient to classify the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

cooked chickpeas

Cooked chickpeas (garbanzo beans) in water; a protein- and fiber-rich legume used as a base for dips and stews.
OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

sesame seed paste

Ground sesame seeds to form a paste (tahini); common ingredient for sauces and spreads.
OK

concentrated lemon juice

Juice of lemons that has been concentrated to reduce water content; used as a souring agent.
OK

garlic purée 1%

A basic vegetable puree made from garlic, used as a flavoring ingredient in cooking. Typical for soups, sauces, and prepared foods.
OK

salt

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

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

Healthier alternatives

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Not Ultra-Processed

Organic Houmous

Sainsbury's,So Organic

Organic Houmous ~ With added extra virgin olive oil

Waitrose Duchy Organic

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Common questions about Houmous

Is Houmous ultra-processed?

Yes — Houmous by The Deli,aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The houmous contains the preservative potassium sorbate, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life. Its presence makes the product ultra-processed according to NOVA. Other ingredients like chickpeas, water, rapeseed oil, sesame seed paste, lemon juice, garlic, and salt are minimally processed, but the use of this preservative is sufficient to classify the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Houmous are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Houmous as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Houmous?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic Houmous by Sainsbury's,So Organic, Tesco Houmous by Tesco, Organic Houmous ~ With added extra virgin olive oil by Marks & Spencer. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

Houmous

Ingredients

Healthier alternatives

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Common questions about Houmous

Is Houmous ultra-processed?

Which ingredients in Houmous are ultra-processed?

What are healthier alternatives to Houmous?

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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