Tesco

Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets

Barcode 5057753922764

Yes — Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed additives/ingredients: dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), lemon oil (an extracted flavoring component), and unspecified flavouring. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers

OK

salmon (fish) (95%)
OK

sugar

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

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
OK

rapeseed oil

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

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

garlic granules

Dried granules made from garlic, used as a seasoning. Concentrated form of garlic with strong aroma.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
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

parsley

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

lemon oil

A volatile essential oil extracted from lemon peels, used as a citrus flavoring or aroma in foods.
OK

oregano. rosemary
UPF

flavouring

A generic additive used to impart or enhance flavor; can be synthetic or derived from natural sources.

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Common questions about Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets

Is Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets ultra-processed?

Yes — Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed additives/ingredients: dextrose (an isolated refined sugar), yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), lemon oil (an extracted flavoring component), and unspecified flavouring. These go beyond basic culinary ingredients and fit NOVA’s definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Garlic and herb infused salmon fillets as ultra-processed markers: dextrose, yeast extract, lemon oil, flavouring. 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.