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stir-in sun-dried tomato by dolmio
dolmio

stir-in sun-dried tomato

Barcode 5010034592605
Scanned  31  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — stir-in sun-dried tomato is ultra-processed.

The product contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient/additive. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives classifies the product as ultra-processed. Other ingredients like sugar and sunflower oil are basic culinary ingredients and do not by themselves make a food ultra-processed in this context.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    tomatoes
    Red or ripe tomatoes, used as a fresh or cooked ingredient; a common fruit (culinary vegetable) rich in water, vitamins, and flavor.
  • OK
    onion
    A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    sun-dried tomato (4.4%)
  • OK
    double concentrated tomato paste (4.2%)
  • UPF
    modified maize starch
    A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • OK
    citric acid
    A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
  • OK
    spice
    Diverse plant-derived flavoring agents used to season foods; typically used in small amounts.

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Common questions about stir-in sun-dried tomato

Is stir-in sun-dried tomato ultra-processed?

Yes — stir-in sun-dried tomato by dolmio is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains modified maize starch, which is an industrially processed ingredient/additive. According to NOVA, the presence of such additives classifies the product as ultra-processed. Other ingredients like sugar and sunflower oil are basic culinary ingredients and do not by themselves make a food ultra-processed in this context.

Which ingredients in stir-in sun-dried tomato are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in stir-in sun-dried tomato as an ultra-processed marker: modified maize starch. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to stir-in sun-dried tomato?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Sundried Cherry Tomato & Basil by Heinz, Classic tomato everything sauce by Marks & Spencer, Tomato sauce with basil by Sainsburys. 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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