Tesco Finest, Tesco

Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest

Barcode 5059697390012

Scanned 28 times by Nomi users

Yes — Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients/additives: yeast extract, chicken extract, colour (plain caramel), turkey powder, and garlic powder. These extracted and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

turkey breast
OK

butter

Dairy fat produced from churning cream, a traditional dairy ingredient used for flavor and texture in many foods.
OK

sea salt

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

turkey powder
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

salt

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

chicken extract

Concentrated extract derived from chicken; typically a processed flavoring or stock component.
UPF

plain caramel color

A food coloring produced by heating carbohydrates (often corn or sugar) with acids or alkalis to form a caramel color. Common in beverages and snacks.
OK

sage

An aromatic herb (Salvia officinalis) used to flavor meats, stuffings, and sauces; leaves are edible.
OK

garlic powder

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

rosemary

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

thyme

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

black pepper. prepared from 111g of british turkey per 100g of roast turkey breast. allergy advice for allergens
OK

see ingredients in bold. caution although every care has been taken to remove bones
OK

some may remain. storage keep refrigerated

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Common questions about Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest

Is Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest ultra-processed?

Yes — Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest by Tesco Finest, Tesco is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains several industrially processed ingredients/additives: yeast extract, chicken extract, colour (plain caramel), turkey powder, and garlic powder. These extracted and processed ingredients go beyond basic culinary components and fit the NOVA definition of ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, chicken extract, plain caramel color. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Roast turkey breast - Tesco Finest?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Roast turkey breast by Waitrose. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.