Aldi

Tomato & Mozzarella Gnocchi

Barcode 4088600183312

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Yes — Tomato & Mozzarella Gnocchi is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: sorbic acid (preservative) and lactic acid (acidity regulator). These extracted and isolated additives make it an ultra-processed food according to NOVA, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

rehydrated potato purée (79%) (water, potato flakes, potato starch)
OK

mozzarella cheese (9%) (mozzarella cheese (milk), salt)
OK

tomato sauce (5%) ( tomato, acidity regulator: citric acid)
OK

basil

Herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not a processed food.
OK

ricotta cheese (ricotta cheese (milk), salt, acidity regulator: lactic acid)
OK

onion

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

potato flakes

Dried flakes of potato used as a base pantry ingredient or as a thickener in soups and mashed potato preparations.
OK

lactic acid

A common food additive used to regulate acidity in beverages and processed foods.
OK

dried tomato

Dehydrated tomato fruit, used as a seasoning or ingredient; provides tomato flavor with extended shelf life.
OK

salt

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

sunflower oil

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

sorbic acid

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

rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
OK

dried oregano

A dried herb from the oregano plant (Origanum vulgare). Offers pungent, warm, slightly bitter flavors and is widely used in Italian and Greek cooking.
OK

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Tomato & Mozzarella Gnocchi

Is Tomato & Mozzarella Gnocchi ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato & Mozzarella Gnocchi by Aldi is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives: sorbic acid (preservative) and lactic acid (acidity regulator). These extracted and isolated additives make it an ultra-processed food according to NOVA, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed.

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.