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Higgidy Spinach,Feta & Roasted Pepper Quiche 400G by Higgidy
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Higgidy Spinach,Feta & Roasted Pepper Quiche 400G

Barcode 5060136250194
Scanned  38  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Higgidy Spinach,Feta & Roasted Pepper Quiche 400G is ultra-processed.

This quiche is classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered ultra-processed in the NOVA system. Other ingredients are mostly basic culinary components, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    wheat flour
    Wheat flour is a milled grain product used as a base for breads and pastries; the note indicates fortification with calcium carbonate, iron, and niacin.
  • OK
    thiamine
    A water-soluble B vitamin (vitamin B1) used as a nutrient and fortification additive.
  • OK
    onions
    A bulbous vegetable used as a staple aromatic and flavoring in many cuisines.
  • OK
    spinach (12%)
  • OK
    mature cheddar cheese (milk) (9%)
  • OK
    free-range whole egg
  • OK
    red peppers
    Red peppers are a common edible fruit from the Capsicum annuum species, used fresh or cooked for their sweet and mildly hot flavor. They are a basic, minimally processed vegetable.
  • OK
    vegetable oils (sustainable palm oil*, rapeseed oil)
  • OK
    medium fat soft cheese (milk)
    A soft, mild cheese made from milk with moderate fat content. Used as a spread or in recipes. Common varieties include brie or camembert when referring to soft cheese, but this entry specifies medium fat level.
  • OK
    feta cheese (milk) (3.5%)
  • OK
    wholemeal spelt flour (wheat)
    Wholemeal flour milled from spelt wheat, a basic baking ingredient.
  • OK
    dried skimmed milk
    Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
  • OK
    cannellini bean
    A white kidney bean commonly used in Italian cuisine; mild, nutty flavor and creamy texture when cooked.
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    whipping cream
    A dairy cream with around 30–36% fat, suitable for whipping and making desserts like mousse and toppings.
  • OK
    butternut squash purée
    Pureed butternut squash, a simple vegetable puree.
  • OK
    cornflour
    Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    butter (milk)
    A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
  • OK
    golden flaxseeds
    Harvested seeds of the flax plant, pale golden in color; commonly used ground or whole in baking, cereals, and smoothies for fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
  • OK
    brown linseeds
    Brown flaxseeds (linseeds) used as a source of fiber and healthy fats in cooking. Typically sold as whole seeds.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    poppy seeds
    Small seeds from the opium poppy (Papaver somniferum) used as a culinary ingredient in breads, pastries, and toppings. Nutritionally rich in healthy fats and minerals.
  • OK
    nutmeg
    A fragrant spice ground from the seeds of the Myristica fragrans tree, used to flavor sweet and savory dishes in small amounts.
  • 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
    cayenne pepper
    Dried and ground hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum) known for its fiery heat, used to add pungency and warmth to dishes.
  • OK
    paprika
    A ground spice made from dried red peppers (Capsicum species), used for color and flavor in many cuisines.

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Common questions about Higgidy Spinach,Feta & Roasted Pepper Quiche 400G

Is Higgidy Spinach,Feta & Roasted Pepper Quiche 400G ultra-processed?

Yes — Higgidy Spinach,Feta & Roasted Pepper Quiche 400G by Higgidy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This quiche is classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered ultra-processed in the NOVA system. Other ingredients are mostly basic culinary components, but the presence of palm oil is sufficient to classify the overall product as UPF.

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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