Moroccan Spiced Falafel with Red Pepper and Apricot

Barcode 5036829150614

No — Moroccan Spiced Falafel with Red Pepper and Apricot is not ultra-processed.

All ingredients are basic foods or culinary ingredients (chickpeas, vegetables, fruit, rice flour, spices, oil, salt, potato flake, garlic purée, and bicarbonate of soda). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, gums, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or modified starches), so this would not be classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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chickpeas' (49%)
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red pepper (15%)
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rapeseed oil

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

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
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potato flakes

Dried potato flakes produced by dehydrating cooked potatoes, used in baking and as a thickener.
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apricots (4%) (dried apricots')
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rice flour

A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.
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dates

Dried dates with added rice flour (present as 3% of the mix). A natural fruit ingredient with a minor additive.
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water

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

Garlic puree containing water and garlic granules.
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salt

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

A common leavening agent used in baking; chemical leavener that releases carbon dioxide when reacting with an acid.
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ground coriander

A spice ground from the dried seeds of Coriandrum sativum. Bright, citrusy, warm flavor widely used in spice blends and curries.
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ground cumin

A spice made from dried, ground seeds of Cuminum cyminum. Warm, earthy, slightly citrusy flavor commonly used in Indian, Middle Eastern, and Mexican cuisines.
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parsley

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

A spice derived from the inner bark of Cinnamomum trees, ground into fine powder for flavoring and aroma in foods.
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white pepper

A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
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chili flakes

Crushed dried chili peppers used to add heat and flavor to dishes; a common spice.

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Common questions about Moroccan Spiced Falafel with Red Pepper and Apricot

Is Moroccan Spiced Falafel with Red Pepper and Apricot ultra-processed?

No — Moroccan Spiced Falafel with Red Pepper and Apricot is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All ingredients are basic foods or culinary ingredients (chickpeas, vegetables, fruit, rice flour, spices, oil, salt, potato flake, garlic purée, and bicarbonate of soda). There are no industrial additives (emulsifiers, artificial sweeteners, gums, flavor enhancers, industrial syrups, or modified starches), so this would not be classified as 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?

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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.