Newman's Own, Newman’s Own

Balsamic Dressing

Barcode 50300860

Yes — Balsamic Dressing is ultra-processed.

Classified as UPF because it contains industrial additives: natural coloring (caramel) and thickener xanthan gum (gomme xanthane), which are food additives used for color and texture and therefore make the product ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

rapeseed oil (canola oil)

A common edible vegetable oil pressed from rapeseed. Used for cooking and frying.
OK

water

A clear, tasteless liquid essential for life; widely used as a primary cooking and beverage ingredient.
OK

vinaigre balsamique 17%
OK

vinaigre de malte d'orge
OK

huile d'olive vierge extra 3%
OK

sugar

A basic, single-ingredient sweetener derived from sugarcane or sugar beet.
OK

purée d'ail 2
OK

8%
OK

salt

A mineral compound used as a seasoning and preservative; is a fundamental food ingredient.
OK

colorant naturel (caramel)
OK

black pepper

A common pepper with a sharp, pungent flavor used to season savory and some sweet dishes.
OK

poivre rouge
OK

épaississant (gomme zanthane)
OK

balsamic origan
OK

parsley

A versatile herb with bright, flat or curly leaves used fresh in a variety of cuisines for garnish and flavor.
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in cooking, with a pungent aroma when raw and sweetness when cooked.
OK

balsamic vinegar

A dark, tangy vinegar traditionally made from grape must and aging in wooden barrels; used for dressings, marinades, and finishing.
OK

moût de raisin

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Common questions about Balsamic Dressing

Is Balsamic Dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — Balsamic Dressing by Newman's Own, Newman’s Own is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as UPF because it contains industrial additives: natural coloring (caramel) and thickener xanthan gum (gomme xanthane), which are food additives used for color and texture and therefore make the product ultra-processed under NOVA.

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.