Tesco

4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills

Barcode 5010204862309

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Yes — 4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially produced flavor enhancer and explicitly considered a UPF ingredient in the NOVA-based guidance. Other ingredients are mostly basic culinary components (vegetables, cheese, oils, flour, salt), but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

cauliflower (21%)
OK

water

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

wheat flour

A basic grain-based flour from wheat used as a primary ingredient in baking and cooking.
OK

calcium carbonate

A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
OK

iron

Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
OK

niacin (vitamin b3)

A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
OK

thiamin

A water-soluble B vitamin used as a nutrient and fortification ingredient.
OK

mature cheddar cheese (milk) (7%)
OK

dried potato

Dried form of potato used as a processed ingredient or snack base; essentially dehydrated potato.
OK

potato

A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
OK

sunflower oil

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

cheese powder (milk)

A dairy-derived powder made from dehydrated cheese, often used to flavor snacks and mixes; typically processed and fortified for shelf-stable convenience.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

leek

A vegetable in the onion family with a mild, sweet flavour, often used as a flavour base or side dish.
OK

full-fat soft cheese (milk)

A soft, spreadable cheese made from cow's milk with high fat content; typically creamy, mild flavor and smooth texture.
OK

spring onion

A fresh allium with a mild onion flavor, used as a garnish or in dishes.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

salt

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

rapeseed oil

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

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Common questions about 4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills

Is 4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills ultra-processed?

Yes — 4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, which is an industrially produced flavor enhancer and explicitly considered a UPF ingredient in the NOVA-based guidance. Other ingredients are mostly basic culinary components (vegetables, cheese, oils, flour, salt), but the presence of yeast extract is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Which ingredients in 4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in 4 Vegetarian Cauliflower Cheese Grills as ultra-processed markers: cheese powder (milk), yeast extract. 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.