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Broccoli and Stilton Soup by Tesco
Tesco

Broccoli and Stilton Soup

Barcode 5050179607031
Scanned  17  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Broccoli and Stilton Soup is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), as well as other ultra-processed additives such as whey protein concentrate, flavouring, and algal carotenes used as a color additive.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    broccoli
    A cruciferous vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. The percentage indicates approximate content in a product, not a standalone ingredient statement.
  • OK
    blue stilton® cheese (milk) (3%)
  • UPF
    modified maize starch
    A processed starch, often used as a thickener or binding agent in foods; may be treated to modify properties.
  • OK
    spinach
    Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
  • UPF
    whey protein concentrate
    Milk-derived protein concentrate obtained from whey, used as a food ingredient to boost protein content.
  • OK
    yogurt (milk)
    A fermented dairy product made from milk with lactic acid bacteria cultures. Common as a breakfast or ingredient in dishes.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic grain-based flour from wheat used as a primary ingredient in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    calcium carbonate
    A basic inorganic calcium salt used as a nutrition supplement and anticaking agent in foods.
  • OK
    iron
    Essential mineral used as a nutrient or fortifying ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    niacin (vitamin b3)
    A water-soluble vitamin used as a nutrient and often added to foods as a fortifying vitamin.
  • OK
    thiamin
    A water-soluble B vitamin used as a nutrient and fortification ingredient.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    potato starch
    A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
  • OK
    double cream
    A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    lemon concentrate
    Concentrated lemon juice product used to impart lemon flavor or acidity in foods, obtained by removing water from lemon juice.
  • OK
    white pepper
    A spice ground from ripe peppercorns with the outer husk removed, used to impart mild heat and aroma to dishes.
  • OK
    leek powder
    Powder made from dried leek (Allium ampeloprasum), used as a spice or seasoning to add leek flavor.
  • OK
    onion powder yeast extract
  • OK
    garlic powder
    Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    nutmeg
    A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
  • OK
    colour algal carotenes

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Common questions about Broccoli and Stilton Soup

Is Broccoli and Stilton Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Broccoli and Stilton Soup by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains modified maize starch (a pre-identified UPF ingredient), as well as other ultra-processed additives such as whey protein concentrate, flavouring, and algal carotenes used as a color additive.

Which ingredients in Broccoli and Stilton Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Broccoli and Stilton Soup as ultra-processed markers: modified maize starch, whey protein concentrate, flavouring. 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.

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