Asda

Garlic And Herb Olives

Barcode 5057172121823

No — Garlic And Herb Olives is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list consists of olives, salt, common acidity regulators (lactic acid, citric acid), red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, rapeseed oil, garlic purée, and herbs. These are all basic or minimally processed culinary ingredients without industrial flavorings, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed additives. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed (NOVA).

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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mixed olives (88%) [green halkidiki olives [green olives
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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acidity regulators (lactic acid, citric acid)]
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black kalamata olives [black olives
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red wine vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
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extra virgin olive oil]]
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rapeseed oil

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

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
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parsley

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

A fragrant herb used fresh or dried to season dishes and compounds like oils and butters.
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thyme

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

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Common questions about Garlic And Herb Olives

Is Garlic And Herb Olives ultra-processed?

No — Garlic And Herb Olives by Asda is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list consists of olives, salt, common acidity regulators (lactic acid, citric acid), red wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, rapeseed oil, garlic purée, and herbs. These are all basic or minimally processed culinary ingredients without industrial flavorings, refined syrups, emulsifiers, or other ultra-processed additives. Therefore, it is not classified as ultra-processed (NOVA).

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.