richmond

meat free sage & onion sausages

Barcode 5000342000435

Scanned 28 times by Nomi users

Yes — meat free sage & onion sausages is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring/natural flavourings, flavourings, stabilisers (methyl cellulose, sodium alginate), yeast extracts, and rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein. These are industrial formulations and additives used to modify texture and flavour.

Ingredients

6 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein (16%) (water, soya protein, wheat protein, salt, soya bean oil)
UPF

natural flavouring

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

rusk (wheat)

A twice-baked or anhydrous wheat-based biscuit-like product, often used as a snack or ingredient in dishes.
OK

coconut oil

Oil pressed from mature coconuts, used for cooking and baking.
UPF

soy protein

A protein extracted from soybeans, often used as a meat substitute or texturized protein. It is a processed soy product.
OK

wheat starch

Starch extracted from wheat grain, used as a thickener, filler, or texture modifier in foods.
OK

stabilisers: methyl cellulose
OK

sodium alginate; potato fibre
OK

herbs: sage (1%)
OK

parsley

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

rosemary; flavourings
OK

salt

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

natural flavourings

Flavorings derived from natural sources used to impart taste or aroma; typically a mix of essential oils, compounds, or extracts.
UPF

yeast extract

Concentrated extracts from yeast used as a flavor enhancer in foods; often rich in natural glutamates.
OK

onion powder (1%)
OK

colouring foods: beetroot
OK

safflower; black pepper extract
OK

ginger extract
UPF

nutmeg extract

Concentrated essence extracted from nutmeg; used for its aromatic flavor.
OK

spices. allergy advice: for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. packaged in a protective atmosphere. made in the uk from non-gmo soya beans

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Common questions about meat free sage & onion sausages

Is meat free sage & onion sausages ultra-processed?

Yes — meat free sage & onion sausages by richmond is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several NOVA UPF ingredients and additives, including natural flavouring/natural flavourings, flavourings, stabilisers (methyl cellulose, sodium alginate), yeast extracts, and rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein. These are industrial formulations and additives used to modify texture and flavour.

Which ingredients in meat free sage & onion sausages are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 6 ingredients in meat free sage & onion sausages as ultra-processed markers: natural flavouring, rusk (wheat), soy protein, natural flavourings, yeast extract, nutmeg extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to meat free sage & onion sausages?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including 6 Veggie Sausages by Chef Select, Lidl, Veggie Cocktail Sausages by Gosh!. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.