The Real Greek

Meatballs with Orzo

Barcode 5060005421892

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Yes — Meatballs with Orzo is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and refined sugars such as dextrose, flavouring, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), and acidity regulator (sodium citrate). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked orzo pasta (37%) (water, durum wheat semolina)
OK

meatballs (34%) (beef (60%), soya protein, water, breadcrumbs (wheat), spices (mustard), salt, dextrose, wheat fibre, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), acidity regulator (sodium citrate, sodium bicarbonate). flavouring)
OK

water

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

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

peeled tomatoes (6.4%) (tomato, tomato juice, acidity regulator: citric acid)
OK

tomato paste (4.6%)
OK

soya oil
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

garlic

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

sugar

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

salt

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

white wine

A fermented grape beverage used in cooking to deglaze, deglaze pans, and add acidity and aroma to dishes.
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
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

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.

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Common questions about Meatballs with Orzo

Is Meatballs with Orzo ultra-processed?

Yes — Meatballs with Orzo by The Real Greek is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and refined sugars such as dextrose, flavouring, antioxidant (sodium ascorbate), and acidity regulator (sodium citrate). These are characteristic of NOVA ultra-processed foods.

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.