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Pizza express margherita by Pizza Express
Pizza Express

Pizza express margherita

Barcode 5051873005277
Scanned  14  times by Nomi users
Not Ultra-Processed

No — Pizza express margherita is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list contains mostly basic culinary ingredients (flours, cheeses, tomato, herbs, oil, salt, sugar, yeast) and a simple flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, gums, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or industrial sugar syrups. According to the provided criteria, this is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    wheat flour
    A basic flour ground from wheat, often enriched with added minerals and vitamins.
  • OK
    mozzarella cheese (milk) (11%)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    tomato
    A round, red fruit commonly used as a vegetable in cooking. Mostly water with sugars, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin C and potassium.
  • OK
    cheddar cheese (milk) (7%)
  • OK
    tomato purée
    A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
  • OK
    mascarpone cheese (milk) (5%) (cream (milk), milk proteins)
  • OK
    regato cheese (milk) (3%)
  • 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
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • 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.
  • OK
    parsley
    A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
  • 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
    basil
    A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
  • OK
    oregano
    A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.
  • OK
    ascorbic acid (flour treatment agent)
    Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) used as a dough conditioner to strengthen gluten structure in flour.

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Common questions about Pizza express margherita

Is Pizza express margherita ultra-processed?

No — Pizza express margherita by Pizza Express is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list contains mostly basic culinary ingredients (flours, cheeses, tomato, herbs, oil, salt, sugar, yeast) and a simple flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid). There are no industrial additives like emulsifiers, gums, artificial sweeteners, flavourings, or industrial sugar syrups. According to the provided criteria, this is not classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

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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