Holland & Barrett

red lentil & tomato pesto

Barcode 5059604639791

Scanned 6 times by Nomi users

No — red lentil & tomato pesto is not ultra-processed.

All listed ingredients are basic or minimally processed foods (tomatoes, lentils, sunflower oil, herbs, spices, lemon juice, sea salt). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processed flavorings/emulsifiers, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under NOVA.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

chopped tomatoes (tomatoes)
OK

tomato juice (30%)
OK

water cooked mixed lentils (green and brown) (15%)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

dried tomatoes (9%)
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

chilli pepper
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

oregano

A dried aromatic herb used as a spice in cooking, with a warm, slightly bitter flavor.

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Common questions about red lentil & tomato pesto

Is red lentil & tomato pesto ultra-processed?

No — red lentil & tomato pesto by Holland & Barrett is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). All listed ingredients are basic or minimally processed foods (tomatoes, lentils, sunflower oil, herbs, spices, lemon juice, sea salt). There are no industrial additives, refined syrups, or processed flavorings/emulsifiers, so this is not classified as ultra-processed under 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.