Seggiano

Pesto

Barcode 5033742000606

No — Pesto is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, nuts (cashew and pine), fresh basil, and sea salt. There are no industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavorings, or highly processed sugar syrups, so this pesto is not classified as ultra-processed according to NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

cashew nut

Edible seed of the cashew tree; a common tree nut used in cooking and snack foods.
OK

fresh dop genovese basil 30%
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

pine nuts

Edible seeds from pine trees, commonly used in cooking and baking. Rich in healthy fats and pine nut flavor.

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Common questions about Pesto

Is Pesto ultra-processed?

No — Pesto by Seggiano is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and contains only basic culinary ingredients: extra virgin olive oil, nuts (cashew and pine), fresh basil, and sea salt. There are no industrial additives, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavorings, or highly processed sugar syrups, so this pesto is not classified as ultra-processed according to 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?

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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.