Vegetable Bake

Barcode 4335619404649

Yes — Vegetable Bake is ultra-processed.

This prepared Vegetable Bake is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives. Specifically, vegetable oils (palm, rapeseed) are highly refined culinary oils, modified maize starch is an industrially modified starch used as a thickener and stabilizer, and dextrose is an isolated refined sugar. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system. While many components such as vegetables, beans, cheese, milk, eggs, and herbs are minimally processed, the presence of these ultra-processed ingredients makes the overall product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

A basic refined flour made from wheat, enriched with vitamins and minerals (calcium carbonate, folic acid, iron, niacin, thiamin). Common baking ingredient.
OK

skim milk

Low-fat milk from which the fat portion has been removed; a basic dairy ingredient used as a beverage or in cooking.
OK

12% grilled red pepper
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

8% roasted aubergine purée
OK

extra mature cheddar cheese (milk)
OK

onion (milk)
OK

5% cherry tomato
OK

5% slow roast tomato (tomato, rapeseed oil, salt, garlic, oregano)
OK

cannellini bean

A white kidney bean commonly used in Italian cuisine; mild, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
OK

roasted butternut squash purée (butternut squash, rapeseed oil, salt)
OK

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
UPF

Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed)

A blend of oils extracted from palm and rapeseed plants.
OK

pumpkin seeds

Edible seeds of pumpkins, rich in healthy fats, protein, and minerals; commonly used roasted or as a topping or ingredient in baking.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
UPF

modified maize starch

A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

cornflour

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

salt

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

white pepper

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

Common questions about Vegetable Bake

Is Vegetable Bake ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Bake is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This prepared Vegetable Bake is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients and additives. Specifically, vegetable oils (palm, rapeseed) are highly refined culinary oils, modified maize starch is an industrially modified starch used as a thickener and stabilizer, and dextrose is an isolated refined sugar. These ingredients are characteristic of ultra-processed foods in the NOVA system. While many components such as vegetables, beans, cheese, milk, eggs, and herbs are minimally processed, the presence of these ultra-processed ingredients makes the overall product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Bake are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Vegetable Bake as ultra-processed markers: Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed), modified maize starch, dextrose. 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.