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Spinach and pine nut bites

Barcode 5036829150898

No — Spinach and pine nut bites is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists entirely of whole or minimally processed foods and basic culinary ingredients: chickpeas, vegetables (carrot, onion, spinach), rapeseed oil, potato flake, pine nuts, herbs and spices, concentrated lemon juice, garlic puree (water, garlic granules), salt, and a basic raising agent (bicarbonate of soda). There are no industrial formulations such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, gelling agents, industrial sugar syrups, or refined/hydrogenated/interestified oils. Therefore, according to NOVA, this product is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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chickpeas (55%)
OK

carrot

Root vegetable, sweet and crunchy, commonly eaten fresh or cooked.
OK

onion

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

spinach

Leafy green vegetable, often used in salads, sautés, and as a nutrient-dense ingredient.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

potato flakes

Dried potato flakes produced by dehydrating cooked potatoes, used in baking and as a thickener.
OK

pine nuts (1%)
OK

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

parsley

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

garlic puree

Garlic puree containing water and garlic granules.
OK

salt

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

baking soda

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

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.
OK

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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Common questions about Spinach and pine nut bites

Is Spinach and pine nut bites ultra-processed?

No — Spinach and pine nut bites by gosh is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists entirely of whole or minimally processed foods and basic culinary ingredients: chickpeas, vegetables (carrot, onion, spinach), rapeseed oil, potato flake, pine nuts, herbs and spices, concentrated lemon juice, garlic puree (water, garlic granules), salt, and a basic raising agent (bicarbonate of soda). There are no industrial formulations such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, thickeners, gelling agents, industrial sugar syrups, or refined/hydrogenated/interestified oils. Therefore, according to NOVA, this product is not ultra-processed.

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.