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Potato Gnocchi by Tesco
Tesco

Potato Gnocchi

Barcode 5052910049766
Scanned  42  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Potato Gnocchi is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically "flavouring" (an added flavouring agent) and refined additives like citric acid and lactic acid used as acidity regulators/preservatives. The presence of added flavouring alone is sufficient to classify it as UPF according to NOVA guidelines on ultra-processed foods containing flavourings and other industrial additives.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker
  • OK
    potato
    A starchy tuber, a common staple food used as a vegetable. Can be prepared in many ways (boiled, fried, baked).
  • OK
    turmeric
    A bright orange-yellow root commonly used as a spice and for its active compound curcumin, with warm, earthy, slightly peppery flavor.
  • OK
    citric acid
    A weak organic acid found in citrus fruits, commonly used as an acidulant and preservative in foods and beverages.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
  • OK
    potato search
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    dried skimmed milk
    Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
  • UPF
    flavouring
    A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.
  • OK
    lactic acid
    A naturally occurring organic acid used as an acidity regulator and flavoring in foods.
  • OK
    rice flour
    A finely milled flour from milled rice, commonly used as a gluten-free thickener or flour substitute in baking and cooking.

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.

Pan-Fry Gnocchi
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Dell' Ugo Pumpkin Gnocchi
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Vegan Gnocchi Spinach and Basil
Not Ultra-Processed
Vegan Gnocchi Spinach and Basil
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Cauliflower Gnocchi
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Common questions about Potato Gnocchi

Is Potato Gnocchi ultra-processed?

Yes — Potato Gnocchi by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list contains industrial additives and formulations, specifically "flavouring" (an added flavouring agent) and refined additives like citric acid and lactic acid used as acidity regulators/preservatives. The presence of added flavouring alone is sufficient to classify it as UPF according to NOVA guidelines on ultra-processed foods containing flavourings and other industrial additives.

Which ingredients in Potato Gnocchi are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Potato Gnocchi as an ultra-processed marker: flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Potato Gnocchi?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Pan-Fry Gnocchi by Rana, Dell' Ugo Pumpkin Gnocchi by Dell' Ugo, Vegan Gnocchi Spinach and Basil by Vemondo. 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.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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