Waitrose

Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli

Barcode 5000169635247

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No — Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli is not ultra-processed.

Contains only basic culinary ingredients: wheat/fortified wheat flour, cheeses, spinach, egg, seasonings, garlic purée, yeast, and salt. No industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, flavor enhancers, or highly processed oils) are present, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

durum wheat semolina

Coarsely ground durum wheat flour used especially for making pasta; high in gluten.
OK

ricotta cheese (milk) (21%)
OK

spinach (21%)
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.
OK

water

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

full-fat soft cheese (milk)

A soft, spreadable cheese made from cow's milk with high fat content; typically creamy, mild flavor and smooth texture.
OK

wheat flour

A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
OK

pasteurised free range egg (5%)
OK

sea salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

ground nutmeg

Ground form of nutmeg, a warm aromatic spice often used in baking and cooking.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli

Is Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli ultra-processed?

No — Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli by Waitrose is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains only basic culinary ingredients: wheat/fortified wheat flour, cheeses, spinach, egg, seasonings, garlic purée, yeast, and salt. No industrial additives (emulsifiers, stabilizers, artificial sweeteners, industrial syrups, flavor enhancers, or highly processed oils) are present, so it is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.