Tesco

Tesco Tomato and Basil Sauce 350G

Barcode 5050179325836

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No — Tesco Tomato and Basil Sauce 350G is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients only (tomato, vegetables, herbs, sugar, olive oil, salt, cornflour). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing according to the NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomato (70%)
OK

tomato juice

Liquid extracted from tomatoes, used as a beverage or base for sauces.
OK

onion

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

sugar

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

extra virgin olive oil

High-quality olive oil pressed without chemical refinement, used for cooking and finishing; the (1%) may refer to its proportion in a product.
OK

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

basil

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

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

salt

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

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
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black pepper. suitable for vegetarians

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Common questions about Tesco Tomato and Basil Sauce 350G

Is Tesco Tomato and Basil Sauce 350G ultra-processed?

No — Tesco Tomato and Basil Sauce 350G by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains basic culinary ingredients only (tomato, vegetables, herbs, sugar, olive oil, salt, cornflour). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, emulsifiers, flavor enhancers, or other markers of ultra-processing according to the NOVA criteria.

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.