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Barbeque lentils by THE GYM KITCHEN
THE GYM KITCHEN

Barbeque lentils

Barcode 5060084349360
Scanned  25  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Barbeque lentils is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including pea protein concentrate, glucose syrup, yeast extract powder, and stabiliser (guar gum). These are extracted, refined, or industrially formulated components used for texture, flavor enhancement, and shelf life, which meets the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

4 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked green lentils (38%) [water
  • OK
    green lentils]
  • OK
    cooked vegetable proteins chickpeas (13%) [water
  • OK
    chickpeas
    Legume seeds used as a staple in many cuisines, available dried or canned.
  • OK
    bbq sauce (6%) [fructose
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    applewood (23%) [water
  • UPF
    pea protein concentrate
    Protein concentrate extracted from peas, used as a plant-based protein ingredient in foods.
  • OK
    faba protein concentrate
  • OK
    salt
    A basic mineral seasoning used to flavour foods; widely used across cuisines.
  • OK
    cooked smoked water
  • OK
    tomato puree
    A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
  • OK
    molasses
    A thick, dark syrup produced during sugar refining, rich in flavor and used in baking and cooking.
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • UPF
    glucose syrup
    A processed syrup made from starch (usually corn) consisting mainly of glucose; commonly used as a sweetener and thickener.
  • OK
    onion powder
    Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
  • OK
    smoked sea salt
  • OK
    acidity regulators (acetic acid, malic acid)
  • OK
    smoked paprika
    A spice made from dried, smoked, and ground red peppers (pimentón). Rich, sweet-smoky flavor with mild heat used in numerous cuisines including Spanish dishes.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    ground pimento]
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    chopped tomatoes
    Tomatoes that have been chopped, a basic vegetable ingredient used in cooking.
  • OK
    red pepper (bell pepper)
    A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
  • OK
    yellow bell pepper
    A sweet, crisp immature pepper with a bright yellow skin, used raw or cooked.
  • OK
    garlic puree
    A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
  • UPF
    yeast extract powder
    Powdered extract derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, rich in amino acids and umami; used as a flavor enhancer.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • UPF
    guar gum
    A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.

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Common questions about Barbeque lentils

Is Barbeque lentils ultra-processed?

Yes — Barbeque lentils by THE GYM KITCHEN is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains several industrial ingredients and additives, including pea protein concentrate, glucose syrup, yeast extract powder, and stabiliser (guar gum). These are extracted, refined, or industrially formulated components used for texture, flavor enhancement, and shelf life, which meets the NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Which ingredients in Barbeque lentils are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 4 ingredients in Barbeque lentils as ultra-processed markers: pea protein concentrate, glucose syrup, yeast extract powder, guar 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.

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