Pizza Express

House Dressing

Barcode 5039303003765

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Yes — House Dressing is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum (a thickener/stabilizer produced by industrial fermentation) and barley malt vinegar (malted barley extract products are industrially processed flavoring agents). These extracted/industrial additives make the overall product a UPF under NOVA, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rapeseed oil (43%)
OK

white wine vinegar (37%)
OK

spirit vinegar

A clear, distilled vinegar typically made from fermented alcohol (ethanol) and used for pickling, flavoring, and preservation.
OK

water

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

free range egg yolk
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

salt

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

parsley

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

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
OK

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
OK

molasses

A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
UPF

xanthan gum

A fermented polysaccharide thickener used as a food additive to improve texture.
OK

barley malt vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting barley malt with acetic acid bacteria to create a tangy, acidic liquid used in pickling, condiments, and dressings.
OK

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
OK

tamarind powder
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

ginger purée

A smooth paste made from ginger, used to impart ginger flavor in sauces and dishes.

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Common questions about House Dressing

Is House Dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — House Dressing by Pizza Express is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum (a thickener/stabilizer produced by industrial fermentation) and barley malt vinegar (malted barley extract products are industrially processed flavoring agents). These extracted/industrial additives make the overall product a UPF under NOVA, even though many other ingredients are minimally processed.

Which ingredients in House Dressing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in House Dressing as an ultra-processed marker: xanthan gum. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.