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Minestrone Soup by Heinz
Heinz

Minestrone Soup

Barcode 5000157062635
Scanned  52  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Minestrone Soup is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified cornflour and yeast extract, which are NOVA ultra-processed ingredients. It also contains generic flavouring, which is an industrial additive.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    tomatoes (23%)
  • OK
    carrots
    Small orange root vegetable, commonly used in cooking and as a fresh vegetable.
  • OK
    pasta noodles (7%, water, durum wheat semolina, egg white)
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    peas
    Small, round, green legumes typically used as a vegetable.
  • OK
    swede
    A root vegetable also known as rutabaga; a starchy, mildly sweet vegetable used in soups, stews, and roasts.
  • OK
    red peppers
    Fresh bell peppers; sweet, crunchy vegetables used as a vegetable. Ready-to-eat raw ingredient.
  • OK
    potatoes
    Starchy root vegetable used worldwide.
  • OK
    haricot beans
    Small white beans widely used in French and European cuisine; a staple legume used in soups, stews, and salads.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • UPF
    modified starch (corn)
    Chemically or enzymatically modified starch used as a thickener and texture enhancer in processed foods.
  • OK
    leek
    A mild, elongated green vegetable with a white base used in many dishes.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    flavouring (contains celery, celeriac)
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • OK
    herbs
    A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

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Common questions about Minestrone Soup

Is Minestrone Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Minestrone Soup by Heinz is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified cornflour and yeast extract, which are NOVA ultra-processed ingredients. It also contains generic flavouring, which is an industrial additive.

Which ingredients in Minestrone Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Minestrone Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified starch (corn), yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Minestrone Soup?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Minestrone by Sainsbury's, Tesco Minestrone by Tesco, Minestrone soup by Daylesford. 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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