Loyd Grossman

Tomato and Basil Sauce

Barcode 5000354154645

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No — Tomato and Basil Sauce is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is composed entirely of basic culinary ingredients (tomatoes, tomato purée, garlic purée, basil, sugar, sunflower oil, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, concentrated lemon juice, black pepper). It contains no industrially formulated additives, refined industrial syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners, or other markers of ultra-processing according to the NOVA classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomatoes (59%)
OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

basil (2.5%)
OK

sugar

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

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

sea salt

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

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

ground black pepper

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

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Common questions about Tomato and Basil Sauce

Is Tomato and Basil Sauce ultra-processed?

No — Tomato and Basil Sauce by Loyd Grossman is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is composed entirely of basic culinary ingredients (tomatoes, tomato purée, garlic purée, basil, sugar, sunflower oil, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, concentrated lemon juice, black pepper). It contains no industrially formulated additives, refined industrial syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavour enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners, or other markers of ultra-processing according to the NOVA classification.

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.