Spiced Lentil Snack

Barcode 5013499006915

Yes — Spiced Lentil Snack is ultra-processed.

This spiced lentil snack is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil, and natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA, even though many of the other ingredients (lentils, spices, wheat flour, herbs) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

fried red lentils (35%) (red lentils, water, salt)
OK

wheat flour (with added calcium, iron, thiamin, niacin)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
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

cumin

A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

chilli powder (1%)
OK

ginger puree

Pureed ginger, a single-ingredient flavoring derived from fresh ginger.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

tamarind paste

Concentrated paste made from tamarind fruit, used as a souring agent and flavor enhancer.
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

sunflower oil

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
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 Spiced Lentil Snack

Is Spiced Lentil Snack ultra-processed?

Yes — Spiced Lentil Snack is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This spiced lentil snack is classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil, and natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive. These ingredients place the product in the ultra-processed category according to NOVA, even though many of the other ingredients (lentils, spices, wheat flour, herbs) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.

Which ingredients in Spiced Lentil Snack are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Spiced Lentil Snack as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, natural flavouring. 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.