Heinz

Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil

Barcode 5000157146298

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No — Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil is not ultra-processed.

This tomato and basil product is made entirely from basic culinary ingredients such as tomatoes, tomato purée, sundried cherry tomatoes, onion, extra virgin olive oil, basil, garlic, sea salt, fruit juice concentrates, and black pepper. These are minimally processed components used in traditional cooking, with no industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore, it is not considered ultra-processed under the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

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tomato

A fruit botanically, commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. Fresh or ripe tomatoes are a basic culinary ingredient.
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tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
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sun-dried cherry tomato

Concentrated tomato product made by drying cherry tomatoes; used for flavor and texture.
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onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
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extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
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basil

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

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
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sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
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apple juice concentrate

Concentrated apple juice obtained by removing water; used as a sweetener or flavoring ingredient.
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lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
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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 Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil

Is Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil ultra-processed?

No — Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil by Heinz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). This tomato and basil product is made entirely from basic culinary ingredients such as tomatoes, tomato purée, sundried cherry tomatoes, onion, extra virgin olive oil, basil, garlic, sea salt, fruit juice concentrates, and black pepper. These are minimally processed components used in traditional cooking, with no industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or refined industrial syrups. Therefore, it is not considered ultra-processed under the NOVA classification.

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.