Vegetable Rice Bake

Barcode 5010525353487

No — Vegetable Rice Bake is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists of whole foods (vegetables, rice, milk, cheese, herbs, rapeseed oil, basic starch). There are no industrial additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners beyond a generic culinary starch, or refined industrial syrups. All components (including reconstituted milk and basic starch) fit within minimally processed or basic processed ingredients under NOVA, so this is not classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

butternut squash (25%)
OK

carrot

A root vegetable used widely in cooking for sweetness, texture, and color.
OK

cooked white rice
OK

reconstituted dried whole milk
OK

reconstituted whole milk
OK

cheddar cheese (14%)
OK

water

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

kale

A dark leafy green vegetable rich in vitamins A, C, and K, commonly used fresh in salads or cooked as a side dish.
OK

rasperry
OK

turnip

A white-fleshed root vegetable with a mild, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

parsley

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

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.

Common questions about Vegetable Rice Bake

Is Vegetable Rice Bake ultra-processed?

No — Vegetable Rice Bake is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists of whole foods (vegetables, rice, milk, cheese, herbs, rapeseed oil, basic starch). There are no industrial additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners beyond a generic culinary starch, or refined industrial syrups. All components (including reconstituted milk and basic starch) fit within minimally processed or basic processed ingredients under NOVA, so this is not classified as ultra-processed.

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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.