Bramwells

House salad dressing

Barcode 4088600238463

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — House salad dressing is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including xanthan gum (stabiliser), potassium sorbate (preservative), and caramel colour, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

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

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

sugar

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

pasteurised egg yolk

Egg yolk that has been pasteurized to reduce microbial risk; used as a rich emulsifier and binding ingredient in sauces and pastries.
OK

salt

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

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

parsley

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

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

stabiliser: xanthan gum; mustard flour
OK

preservative: potassium sorbate; ground black pepper
UPF

caramel color

Food additive used to impart color; typically an extracted or synthesized coloring agent.
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.

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Common questions about House salad dressing

Is House salad dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — House salad dressing by Bramwells is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and processed ingredients, including xanthan gum (stabiliser), potassium sorbate (preservative), and caramel colour, which are characteristic of ultra-processed foods under NOVA.

Which ingredients in House salad dressing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in House salad dressing as an ultra-processed marker: caramel color. 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.