Falafacini basil pesto

Barcode 5036829757509

Scanned 12 times by Nomi users

No — Falafacini basil pesto is not ultra-processed.

The ingredients are whole foods and basic culinary ingredients (legumes, vegetables, herbs, rice, rapeseed oil, salt, garlic/onion granules, potato flake). There are no industrial additives, refined industrial syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed components per the NOVA criteria given.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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basil pesto (26%) (rapeseed oil, basil, cannellini beans, spinach, pine nuts)
OK

salt

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

chickpeas (22%) (water)
OK

chickpeas

Also known as garbanzo beans; a pale beige legume used in dishes like hummus, stews, and salads.
OK

cooked rice (15%) (water, white rice)
OK

black turtle beans (11%)
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sweet potato

Root vegetable, starchy and sweet, commonly roasted, mashed, or fried.
OK

water

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

potato flakes

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

rapeseed oil

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

spinach

Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
OK

rice flour

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

garlic granules

Dried granules made from garlic, used as a seasoning. Concentrated form of garlic with strong aroma.
OK

parsley

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

onion granules
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.

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Common questions about Falafacini basil pesto

Is Falafacini basil pesto ultra-processed?

No — Falafacini basil pesto is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredients are whole foods and basic culinary ingredients (legumes, vegetables, herbs, rice, rapeseed oil, salt, garlic/onion granules, potato flake). There are no industrial additives, refined industrial syrups, artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed components per the NOVA criteria given.

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.