Tesco

Chargrilled Peppers

Barcode 5059697256493

Yes — Chargrilled Peppers is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains at least one identified UPF ingredient: colour (paprika extract), which is an extracted additive. Other additives such as acidity regulators (citric acid, lactic acid) and antioxidant (ascorbic acid) are present but are considered basic additives and do not by themselves make a product UPF under these guidelines. However, the presence of colour (paprika extract) is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

red and yellow peppers
OK

sunflower oil

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

sugar

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

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

sea salt

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

garlic powder

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

colour (paprika extract)

Natural color additive derived from paprika used to impart a red-orange hue in foods.
OK

acidity regulators (citric acid)
OK

lactic acid. antioxidant (ascorbic acid)

Common questions about Chargrilled Peppers

Is Chargrilled Peppers ultra-processed?

Yes — Chargrilled Peppers by Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains at least one identified UPF ingredient: colour (paprika extract), which is an extracted additive. Other additives such as acidity regulators (citric acid, lactic acid) and antioxidant (ascorbic acid) are present but are considered basic additives and do not by themselves make a product UPF under these guidelines. However, the presence of colour (paprika extract) is sufficient to classify the product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Chargrilled Peppers are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Chargrilled Peppers as an ultra-processed marker: colour (paprika extract). 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.