Spicy Chickpea Salad

Barcode 5018811000008

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Yes — Spicy Chickpea Salad is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processing aids: potassium sorbate (preservative), sodium metabisulphite (preservative), sodium ferrocyanide (anti-caking agent), and added citric acid beyond what naturally occurs in lemon juice. These extracted/synthesized additives are hallmarks of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked chickpeas (67%)
OK

vegetable mix (16%) (diced peppers (8%), sundried tomatoes (3.3%), spring onions, parsley, preservative potassium sorbate)
OK

lemon juice (concentrate lemon juice, citric acid, preservative, sodium metabisulphite)
OK

sunflower oil

A basic edible oil pressed from sunflower seeds; common cooking oil.
OK

salt (salt, anti-cake agent: sodium ferrocyanide)
OK

chilli sauce (1%)
OK

citric acid

A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
OK

mint

A fresh herb with aromatic leaves used to flavor and garnish dishes, beverages, and desserts.
OK

chilli flakes (0.1%)
OK

black pepper (black pepper corns, rice flour)
OK

white cheese (milk) (semi-skimmed cows milk, salt, culture rennet). for allergens see ingredients in bold

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Common questions about Spicy Chickpea Salad

Is Spicy Chickpea Salad ultra-processed?

Yes — Spicy Chickpea Salad is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processing aids: potassium sorbate (preservative), sodium metabisulphite (preservative), sodium ferrocyanide (anti-caking agent), and added citric acid beyond what naturally occurs in lemon juice. These extracted/synthesized additives are hallmarks of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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.