No 1 Waitrose

Pesto Alla Genovese

Barcode 5000169071991

Scanned 9 times by Nomi users

Yes — Pesto Alla Genovese is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains an acidity regulator (lactic acid), which is an extracted, isolated additive and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient in the guidelines. All other ingredients (basil, oils, cheeses, pine kernels, garlic, salt) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients, but the presence of the acidity regulator (lactic acid) is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

basil

Herb leaves used fresh or dried for aroma and flavor in many dishes.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

Cold-pressed olive oil commonly used as a cooking oil or dressing.
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

parmigiano reggiano cheese (milk)

A hard, aged cheese made from cow’s milk, typical in Italian cuisine.
OK

pine nuts

Edible seeds from pine trees, used as nuts in cooking and baking.
OK

pecorino romano cheese

A hard, salty Italian cheese made from sheep's milk, commonly grated over dishes or sliced.
OK

garlic

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

salt

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

lactic acid

A naturally occurring organic acid used as a acidity regulator and preservative in foods; often added as E270 to adjust pH and inhibit microbial growth.

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Common questions about Pesto Alla Genovese

Is Pesto Alla Genovese ultra-processed?

Yes — Pesto Alla Genovese by No 1 Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains an acidity regulator (lactic acid), which is an extracted, isolated additive and has been pre-identified as a UPF ingredient in the guidelines. All other ingredients (basil, oils, cheeses, pine kernels, garlic, salt) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients, but the presence of the acidity regulator (lactic acid) is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Pesto Alla Genovese are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Pesto Alla Genovese as an ultra-processed marker: lactic acid. 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.