Mary Berry's

Light Salad Dressing

Barcode 5012427081604

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Yes — Light Salad Dressing is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum, an industrial thickener and pre-identified UPF additive. The other ingredients—water, rapeseed oil, white wine vinegar, sugar, mustard flour, salt, basil, parsley, yellow mustard seed, and coarse black pepper—do not independently require a UPF classification under the stated criteria.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

white wine vinegar

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

sugar

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

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

salt

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

xanthan gum

A polysaccharide used as a thickening and stabilizing food additive produced by bacterial fermentation; widely used in sauces, dressings, and gluten-free products.
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

parsley

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

yellow mustard seed
OK

black pepper

A common spice consisting of dried peppercorns, used ground or cracked to add sharp, pungent heat and aroma to savory dishes.

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Common questions about Light Salad Dressing

Is Light Salad Dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — Light Salad Dressing by Mary Berry's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum, an industrial thickener and pre-identified UPF additive. The other ingredients—water, rapeseed oil, white wine vinegar, sugar, mustard flour, salt, basil, parsley, yellow mustard seed, and coarse black pepper—do not independently require a UPF classification under the stated criteria.

Which ingredients in Light Salad Dressing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Light Salad Dressing as an ultra-processed marker: xanthan gum. 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.