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Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza by Pizza Express
Pizza Express

Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza

Barcode 5051873005253
Scanned  28  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes dextrose and yeast extract, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These are industrially processed additives used for sweetness and flavor enhancement, respectively. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of these UPF additives makes the overall product ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • OK
    mozzarella cheese (milk) (14%)
  • OK
    tomato (9%)
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    spicy beef (7%) (beef)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    rusk (wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), salt)
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • UPF
    dextrose
    A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
  • OK
    coriander (cilantro seeds)
    Dried seeds of the coriander plant (Coriandrum sativum). Warm, citrusy flavor used ground or as whole seeds in spice blends and curries.
  • 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
    cumin
    A warm, earthy spice from the seeds of the Cuminum cyminum plant, common in spice blends.
  • OK
    chilli powder
    Ground dried chili peppers used as a spice to add heat and flavor in dishes. It is a basic single-ingredient spice.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • UPF
    colour (paprika extract)
    Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
  • OK
    marjoram
    A single herb used as a seasoning.
  • OK
    oregano
    A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
  • OK
    caraway
    A spice derived from the seeds of Carum carvi, with a warm, sweet, anise-like flavor used in breads, curries, and pickles.
  • OK
    sage
    An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
  • OK
    thyme
    A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
  • OK
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    chive
    Herb from the Allium family with mild onion-like flavor, used fresh as a garnish.
  • OK
    extracts of rosemary
  • OK
    chilli extract
    Extract derived from chili peppers used to impart heat or flavor.
  • UPF
    yeast extract
    A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
  • OK
    red onion (6%)
  • OK
    green pepper (6%)
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    semolina (wheat)
    A coarse grind of durum wheat used to make pasta, couscous, and certain breads; has a slightly gritty texture and high gluten content.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    lemon juice
    The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
  • OK
    yeast
    A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.

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Common questions about Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza

Is Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza ultra-processed?

Yes — Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza by Pizza Express is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes dextrose and yeast extract, which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These are industrially processed additives used for sweetness and flavor enhancement, respectively. Other ingredients are mostly minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of these UPF additives makes the overall product ultra-processed according to NOVA guidelines.

Which ingredients in Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, colour (paprika extract), yeast extract. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Sloppy Giuseppe Pizza?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including margherita by PIZZA EXPRESS, Pizza by Crosta&Mollica, Stone Baked Thin Chicken with a Herb Dressing by Goodfella's. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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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