Tesco

Caramelised Onion Houmous

Barcode 5059697262357

Scanned 19 times by Nomi users

No — Caramelised Onion Houmous is not ultra-processed.

Ingredients are minimally processed: chickpeas, onion, white wine vinegar, muscovado sugar, rapeseed oil, garlic purée, tahini, lemon juice, salt. No industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavourings, or other markers of ultra-processing per NOVA criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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cooked chickpeas (48%) [water
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chickpeas

Legume seeds used as a staple in many cuisines, available dried or canned.
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caramelised onion (22%) [onion
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white wine vinegar

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

An unrefined, moist dark brown sugar with strong molasses notes.
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rapeseed oil. garlic purée]
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water

Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
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tahini sesame seed paste
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lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
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salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
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garlic. allergy advice for allergens
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see ingredients in bold. storage suitable for vegans keep refrigerated

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Common questions about Caramelised Onion Houmous

Is Caramelised Onion Houmous ultra-processed?

No — Caramelised Onion Houmous by Tesco is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). Ingredients are minimally processed: chickpeas, onion, white wine vinegar, muscovado sugar, rapeseed oil, garlic purée, tahini, lemon juice, salt. No industrial additives, refined syrups, artificial sweeteners, emulsifiers, flavourings, or other markers of ultra-processing per NOVA criteria.

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.