Richmond

Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers

Barcode 5000342001319

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Yes — Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers is ultra-processed.

The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including flavourings and natural flavourings (both classed as flavourings), stabiliser methyl cellulose, textured pea and wheat protein, malted barley (used as a processed flavouring/sweetening extract), and barley yeast extract. Flavourings alone require UPF classification per the rules, and the additional additives reinforce this classification.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

rehydrated textured pea protein (24%)(pea protein, water)
OK

rehydrated textured wheat protein (24%)(wheat protein, wheat flour, water)
OK

water

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

wheat protein

Protein derived from wheat; often used as a gluten-rich ingredient to improve dough structure.
OK

vegetable oils (rapeseed and/or sunflower)
OK

diced onion

A small, cubed form of onion used to flavor dishes.
UPF

pea protein

Protein derived from yellow peas, often sold as powder or isolate for texturizing and fortification.
OK

stabiliser: methyl cellulose; starch
OK

potato fibre

A dietary fibre ingredient derived from potatoes, used to increase fiber content and modify texture.
UPF

flavourings

Flavourings are additives that are used to enhance or impart flavor to food products. They are considered ultra-processed as they are synthetic or natural substances that are typically extracted, isolated, or synthesized for their flavor properties.
OK

salt

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

colouring food concentrates: red beet
OK

malted barley

Malted barley is barley that has been soaked, germinated, and dried to convert starches into fermentable sugars. Commonly used in brewing and baking.
OK

beetroot

Root vegetable from the beet family, commonly eaten raw, roasted, or pickled; naturally sweet and earthy flavor.
OK

carrot; barley malt vinegar
OK

smoked sunflower oil
UPF

natural flavourings

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

smoked salt

Salt cured with smoke, often infused with smoky flavor. Used as a seasoning.
OK

coconut oil

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

herbs

A general category of culinary herbs (fresh or dried leaves) used to flavor dishes.
OK

barley yeast extract
OK

shiitake mushroom powder
UPF

soy protein

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

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Common questions about Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers

Is Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers ultra-processed?

Yes — Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers by Richmond is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial ingredients/additives, including flavourings and natural flavourings (both classed as flavourings), stabiliser methyl cellulose, textured pea and wheat protein, malted barley (used as a processed flavouring/sweetening extract), and barley yeast extract. Flavourings alone require UPF classification per the rules, and the additional additives reinforce this classification.

Which ingredients in Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Meat free Quarter Pounder Burgers as ultra-processed markers: pea protein, flavourings, natural flavourings, soy protein. 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.