Capsicana

Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika

Barcode 5060230050423

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Yes — Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday, due to industrially processed additives.

This salsa is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the pre-identified UPF ingredients red smoked jalapeno mash (red smoked jalapeno peppers, salt, acetic acid) and paprika extract used as a colour. These industrially processed ingredients/additives contribute to the UPF classification. The other ingredients are conventional culinary ingredients and do not independently change the classification.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

chopped tomatoes

Chopped fresh tomatoes, likely used as a base in sauces or salsas; contains tomato flesh with minor accompanying proportion.
OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

Red bell pepper, a crisp, sweet vegetable used fresh or cooked in dishes.
OK

red onion

Red onion, a pungent bulb frequently used as a base flavor or garnish in cooking.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

red wine vinegar

A vinegar produced by fermenting red wine with acetic acid bacteria, used as a tangy condiment and cooking acid.
OK

sugar

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

garlic puree

A simple mashed garlic cloves, sometimes with a small amount of oil or salt; used as a flavoring or base ingredient.
OK

cornflour

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

lemon juice concentrate

Lemon juice that has been concentrated by removing water; used as a souring agent or flavoring in foods.
OK

salt

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

chipotle mash (water)

A mashed preparation of chipotle peppers in water; a pepper mash used as an ingredient.
UPF

red smoked jalapeño mash (red smoked jalapeño peppers, salt, acetic acid)

A mashed mixture of red smoked jalapeño peppers with salt and acetic acid; a processed pepper mash.
OK

red jalapeño mash (red jalapeño peppers, salt)

A mashed mixture of red jalapeño peppers with salt; basic pepper mash.
OK

black pepper

A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
UPF

paprika extract

A concentrated pigment derived from paprika used as a colorant in foods.

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Common questions about Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika

Is Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika ultra-processed?

Yes — Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika by Capsicana is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This salsa is classified as ultra-processed because it contains the pre-identified UPF ingredients red smoked jalapeno mash (red smoked jalapeno peppers, salt, acetic acid) and paprika extract used as a colour. These industrially processed ingredients/additives contribute to the UPF classification. The other ingredients are conventional culinary ingredients and do not independently change the classification.

Which ingredients in Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Easy-going Salsa Mild Red Pepper & Smoked Paprika as ultra-processed markers: red smoked jalapeño mash (red smoked jalapeño peppers, salt, acetic acid), paprika extract. 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.