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Chunky minestrone soup

Barcode 5000169561232

Scanned 5 times by Nomi users

Yes — Chunky minestrone soup is ultra-processed.

The product contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed (UPF) ingredient. According to the rules, any product containing yeast extract must be classified as UPF. Other ingredients are mostly whole foods or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to make the overall product ultra-processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

vegetables (28%) (carrots, potato, petits pois, leek, onions, red pepper, green beans)
OK

cooked penne pasta (15%) (water, durum wheat semolina)
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

haricot beans

Small white beans widely used in French and European cuisine; a staple legume used in soups, stews, and salads.
OK

maize starch

Fine white powder obtained from corn; used as a thickener in sauces and soups.
OK

medium fat hard cheese (milk)

A hard cheese made from cow's milk with moderate fat content, often aged and used in cooking or as a table cheese.
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

sea salt

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

basil

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

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

basil infused olive oil (olive oil, basil)
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 Chunky minestrone soup

Is Chunky minestrone soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Chunky minestrone soup by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains yeast extract, which is a pre-identified ultra-processed (UPF) ingredient. According to the rules, any product containing yeast extract must be classified as UPF. Other ingredients are mostly whole foods or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to make the overall product ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Chunky minestrone soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chunky minestrone soup as an ultra-processed marker: yeast extract. 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.