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Tomato & lentil ragu by Heinz
Heinz

Tomato & lentil ragu

Barcode 5000157146335
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Not Ultra-Processed

No — Tomato & lentil ragu is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains only whole or minimally processed foods (vegetables, lentils, herbs, extra virgin olive oil, basic seasonings, and simple concentrates). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, refined syrups, maltodextrin, etc.), so under NOVA this would not be classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    tomato (45%)
  • OK
    beluga lentil (9%)
  • OK
    tomato puree
    A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    grilled aubergine
  • OK
    mushroom
    A fleshy fungal organism used widely as a vegetable in cooking. Low in calories and rich in umami.
  • OK
    carrot
    A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
  • OK
    leek
    A vegetable in the onion family with a mild, sweet flavour, often used as a flavour base or side dish.
  • OK
    celeriac (_celery_)
  • OK
    red pepper (bell pepper)
    A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
  • OK
    extra virgin olive oil
    A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
  • OK
    salted sundried tomatoes
  • OK
    white wine vinegar
    A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
  • OK
    sea salt
    A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
  • OK
    lemon juice concentrate
    Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
  • OK
    roasted garlic
    Garlic cloves that have been roasted to develop a sweeter, milder flavor.
  • OK
    apple juice concentrate
    Concentrated apple juice obtained by removing water; used as a sweetener or flavoring ingredient.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    rosemary
    A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
  • OK
    thyme
    A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.

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Common questions about Tomato & lentil ragu

Is Tomato & lentil ragu ultra-processed?

No — Tomato & lentil ragu by Heinz is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains only whole or minimally processed foods (vegetables, lentils, herbs, extra virgin olive oil, basic seasonings, and simple concentrates). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, refined syrups, maltodextrin, etc.), so under NOVA this would not be classified as ultra-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.

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