John West

Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas

Barcode 5000171060075

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Yes — Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives, including modified corn starch (an industrially processed thickener), guar gum (an industrial thickener/stabilizer), and natural flavouring (an industrial flavor additive). The presence of these additives moves the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed whole foods.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

lentils (23%)
OK

skipjack tuna

A species of tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis) and a common edible fish used in canned tuna. Rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
OK

yellow carrots (12%)
OK

chickpeas (8%)
OK

red peppers

Red bell peppers providing color and sweetness; a basic vegetable ingredient.
OK

onions (8%)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

ginger (2.7%)
OK

sugar

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

wild rice

A whole grain rice variety native to North America, naturally gluten-free and high in fiber and minerals.
OK

honey (1.9%)
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

salt

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

modified corn starch

A processed starch produced from corn by modifying its starch molecules for improved stability and texture.
OK

lime juice

Juice extracted from limes; a basic culinary ingredient used for acidity and flavor.
OK

garlic

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

coriander leaf

Coriander leaves (cilantro) from the Coriandrum sativum plant, used fresh or dried for aroma and garnish.
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

thickener: guar gum
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

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Common questions about Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas

Is Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas ultra-processed?

Yes — Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas by John West is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several UPF ingredients/additives, including modified corn starch (an industrially processed thickener), guar gum (an industrial thickener/stabilizer), and natural flavouring (an industrial flavor additive). The presence of these additives moves the product into the ultra-processed (NOVA 4) category, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed whole foods.

Which ingredients in Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Honey and Ginger Super Tuna Salad with lentils and chickpeas as ultra-processed markers: modified corn starch, natural flavouring. 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.