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MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE

Barcode 5000169448557

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Yes — MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE is ultra-processed.

The product contains palm oil, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA criteria. Presence of this industrially refined oil is sufficient to classify the entire product as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

pasteurised free range egg. fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

courgette (7%)
OK

yellow pepper (6%)
OK

red pepper

A common vegetable used to add mild, sweet heat and color to dishes.
OK

mature cheddar cheese (milk) (5%)
OK

spinach (5%)
OK

regato cheese (milk) (5%)
OK

dried free range egg
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
OK

double cream

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

cornflour

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

single cream

A light dairy cream with about 18–20% fat, commonly used in coffee or as a pouring cream in desserts.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

olive oil

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

Skimmed milk powder is made by removing water from pasteurized skim milk.
OK

basil

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

nutmeg allergy advice: for allergens
OK

including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. nutrition typical values as prepared energy kl per 1/4 quiche

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Common questions about MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE

Is MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE ultra-processed?

Yes — MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE by waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains palm oil, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed ingredient under the NOVA criteria. Presence of this industrially refined oil is sufficient to classify the entire product as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in MEDITERRANEAN STYLE VEGETABLE QUICHE as an ultra-processed marker: palm oil. 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.