Waitrose

Beetroot, Spinach & Marscapone Quiche

Barcode 5000169671610

Yes — Beetroot, Spinach & Marscapone Quiche is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered an ultra-processed ingredient under the given criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

milk

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

wheat flour

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

mascarpone cheese (12%) (milk)
OK

pasteurized free-range egg

Egg from free-range hens that has been pasteurized for safety; a basic animal-derived ingredient.
OK

beetroot (9%)
OK

spinach (6%)
OK

mild cheddar cheese (milk)
OK

onion

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

palm oil (certified sustainable)

Oil extracted from the fruit of oil palm trees; commonly used for cooking and food manufacturing. Despite sustainability certifications, palm oil is a basic ingredient but classification as UPF depends on processing level; here it is considered not UPF as a basic edible oil.
OK

cornflour

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

double cream

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

single cream

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

balsamic vinegar (wine vinegar, grape must concentrate)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

Skimmed Milk Powder

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

parsley

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

chive

Herb from the Allium family with mild onion-like flavor, used fresh as a garnish.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

dried pasteurised free range egg
OK

salt

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

white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

nutmeg

A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.

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Common questions about Beetroot, Spinach & Marscapone Quiche

Is Beetroot, Spinach & Marscapone Quiche ultra-processed?

Yes — Beetroot, Spinach & Marscapone Quiche by Waitrose is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered an ultra-processed ingredient under the given criteria.

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.