Franco Manca

Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza

Barcode 5060005421458

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Yes — Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of stabiliser (xanthan gum), which is an industrial additive used to modify texture, as well as refined ingredients like tapioca starch used as a processing aid in the chilli-infused honey.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

tomato sauce (tomato, salt, basil, spices)
OK

chargrilled peppers (12%) (yellow and red peppers, sunflower oil, salt, sugar, garlic, onion)
OK

parsley

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

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

ascorbic acid

Vitamin C; antioxidant used to prevent oxidation and preserve color and freshness in foods; a common food additive and nutrient.
OK

mozzarella (milk) (11%)
OK

halloumi cheese (6%) (cows' milk, goats' milk, sheep's milk, dried mint)
OK

chilli-infused honey (2%) (honey, apple cider vinegar, sugar, water, salt, tapioca starch)
OK

spices

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
UPF

stabiliser (xanthan gum)

Xanthan gum, a thickening agent used as a stabiliser.
OK

sunflower oil

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

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

potato purée
OK

salt

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

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

dry wheat sourdough. remove all

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Common questions about Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza

Is Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza ultra-processed?

Yes — Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza by Franco Manca is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed due to presence of stabiliser (xanthan gum), which is an industrial additive used to modify texture, as well as refined ingredients like tapioca starch used as a processing aid in the chilli-infused honey.

Which ingredients in Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Halloumi, Chargrilled Peppers & Chilli-infused Honey Pizza as an ultra-processed marker: stabiliser (xanthan gum). 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.