Chicken Lentil Salad

Barcode 5010525453996

Yes — Chicken Lentil Salad is ultra-processed.

The product contains maltodextrin, which is an industrially processed sugar and classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. It also contains preservatives (E202, E280), which are industrial additives. Because it includes these UPF ingredients, the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

chicken breast

Lean cut of chicken meat, with 20% weight from other ingredients or water as labeled.
OK

green lentils

Dried legumes that cook into a soft, earthy-tasting legume. Common staple in soups and stews.
OK

low fat natural yogurt

Dairy yogurt made from milk with reduced fat content; may contain live cultures.
OK

spinach

Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
OK

edamame soybeans

Young soybeans eaten as a green vegetable, often boiled or steamed and served in their pods.
OK

chickpeas

Legume seeds (garbanzo beans) commonly used in dishes like hummus and stews; when canned in water they are typically simply chickpeas with water, sometimes with salt.
OK

onion

Bulb vegetable widely used for its flavor; can be used fresh or cooked.
OK

red onion

Red onion, a pungent bulb frequently used as a base flavor or garnish in cooking.
OK

coriander seeds

Dried seeds of the cilantro plant (Coriandrum sativum) used whole or crushed to add warm, citrusy, spicy notes.
OK

coriander (cilantro seeds)

Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
OK

red chili powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and color; a common culinary ingredient in many cuisines.
OK

black pepper

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

black cumin (nigella sativa)

A spice with small black seeds used in cooking for its distinctive aroma and flavor; also known as kalonji in some cuisines.
OK

salt

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

vegetable oil

A basic culinary oil extracted from various plant sources used for cooking and frying.
OK

garlic

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

ginger

A pungent, aromatic rhizome used fresh or dried in cooking and beverages.
OK

pomegranate

A fruit-bearing shrub producing red seeds (arils) used in fresh consumption, juices, and cooking; nutritious and versatile.
OK

water

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

red cabbage

A purple or reddish-leaved cultivar of Brassica oleracea, commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked; crunchy, mildly peppery and slightly sweet.
OK

carrot

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

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

mustard

Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
OK

kashmiri chilli (black)

A mild, deep red to almost black dried chili from Kashmir used for color and gentle heat; typically ground into powder or used whole.
OK

chillies

Dried or fresh peppers from Capsicum species, used to add heat and flavor to foods.
OK

paprika

A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

turmeric

A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
OK

coriander powder

Ground coriander seeds, a warm, citrusy spice used worldwide in curry blends and seasoning.
OK

tamarind

A tropical leguminous tree fruit with sour pulp used to impart tartness in sauces and curry pastes.
OK

chili pepper

A small, hot fruit of the Capsicum plant used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
UPF

chili powder

A ground spice mix typically made from dried chili peppers and other spices; can include salt, anticaking agents or additives.
OK

tapioca starch

Starch extracted from cassava (tapioca root), used as a thickener and binder.
OK

nigella seeds

Small, black seeds from the Nigella sativa plant, with a pungent, onion-like aroma used as a spice.
OK

bay leaf

A dried leaf from the Bay laurel tree (Laurus nobilis) used as a herb to flavor dishes.
UPF

maltodextrin

A white powder made from starch that has been partially hydrolyzed; used as a thickener or filler and widely used as a food additive.
UPF

potassium sorbate

A widely used chemical preservative that inhibits mold, yeast and some bacteria in foods.
OK

chilli powder

Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
UPF

propionic acid

A short-chain fatty acid used as a preservative to prevent mold growth in foods.

Common questions about Chicken Lentil Salad

Is Chicken Lentil Salad ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Lentil Salad is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains maltodextrin, which is an industrially processed sugar and classified as an ultra-processed ingredient under NOVA. It also contains preservatives (E202, E280), which are industrial additives. Because it includes these UPF ingredients, the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Chicken Lentil Salad are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Chicken Lentil Salad as ultra-processed markers: chili powder, maltodextrin, potassium sorbate, propionic acid. 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?

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.