Higgidy

Higgidy Mediterranean

Barcode 5060136254833

Scanned 14 times by Nomi users

Yes — Higgidy Mediterranean is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered UPF under the given rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

peppers (15%) (red peppers, yellow peppers)
OK

sautéed onion (onions)
OK

rapeseed oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
OK

wheat flour (contains calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin)
OK

mature cheddar cheese (milk)

A mature (aged) cheddar cheese made from cow's milk; firm texture with sharp, tangy flavor.
OK

cry carrot (10%)
OK

free range whole egg
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sunblushⓡ pepper tapenade (sunblush® peppers, rapeseed oil, tomato concentrate, olive oil, salt, concentrated lemon juice, garlic)
OK

sugar

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

vegetable oils (sustainable palm oil*)
OK

feta cheese (milk) (4%)
OK

sweet potato (3.5%)
OK

spelt flour (wheat)
OK

butternut squash purée

Pureed butternut squash, a simple vegetable puree.
OK

dried skimmed milk

Dried skimmed milk is powdered milk with fat removed, used as a dairy ingredient to provide protein and calcium.
OK

butter (milk)

A dairy fat product made from churning cream; commonly used in cooking and baking.
OK

double cream

A high-fat dairy cream skimmed from cow’s milk, commonly used for whipping and adding richness to dishes.
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

cornflour

Ground corn starch used as a thickening agent in cooking and baking.
OK

wheat flour

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

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
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

tomato powder

Powdered tomato used as a flavoring or ingredient, a minimally processed dried tomato product.
OK

salt

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

mustard powder

Ground mustard seeds, used as a spice and flavoring.

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Common questions about Higgidy Mediterranean

Is Higgidy Mediterranean ultra-processed?

Yes — Higgidy Mediterranean by Higgidy is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains sustainable palm oil, which is a highly refined industrial oil considered UPF under the given rules.

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.