Tesco

french style dressing

Barcode 5051622956072

Scanned 13 times by Nomi users

Yes — french style dressing is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients used for texture and preservation. Specifically, xanthan gum (a thickener) and potassium sorbate (a preservative) are extracted/industrial additives, and lemon juice from concentrate is an industrially processed ingredient. According to the NOVA criteria provided, the presence of such additives makes the product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

water

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

rapeseed oil

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

sugar

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

lemon juice from concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated and often reconstituted for liquid use in cooking and beverages.
OK

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

dijon mustard (7%)
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
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

parsley

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

thyme

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

black pepper

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

thickener (xanthum gum)
UPF

potassium sorbate

Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.

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Common questions about french style dressing

Is french style dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — french style dressing by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains industrial additives and processed ingredients used for texture and preservation. Specifically, xanthan gum (a thickener) and potassium sorbate (a preservative) are extracted/industrial additives, and lemon juice from concentrate is an industrially processed ingredient. According to the NOVA criteria provided, the presence of such additives makes the product UPF.

Which ingredients in french style dressing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in french style dressing as an ultra-processed marker: potassium sorbate. 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.