green lentils with mixed vegetables

Barcode 5063089394922

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Yes — green lentils with mixed vegetables is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and extracts, including yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), stabiliser (guar gum), dextrose (an industrial refined sugar), onion extract, marjoram extract, thyme extract, sage extract, and added color (curcumin). According to the NOVA system, the presence of such additives and industrially processed ingredients makes the overall product an ultra-processed food (UPF), even though it also contains whole foods like lentils and vegetables.

Ingredients

7 ultra-processed markers

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extract. cooking ins microwave squeeze the pour tear the top comm microwavable p 1 minute. remo the top of the p take care when cooked green lentils (66%) [water
OK

green lentils]
OK

carrots

Small orange root vegetable, commonly used in cooking and as a fresh vegetable.
OK

spinach (9%)
OK

celery (7%)
OK

red onions (4%)
OK

red wine vinegar

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

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

salt

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

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
UPF

guar gum

A plant-derived polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabiliser in a wide range of foods.
UPF

dextrose

A simple sugar derived from glucose. Commonly used as a sweetener and source of quick energy in foods.
UPF

onion extract

A liquid extract derived from onions used as a flavoring agent in foods.
OK

potato starch

A basic, finely ground starch derived from potatoes; used as a thickener and binder in foods.
OK

black pepper powder
OK

carrot powder

Dried, milled carrot used as a powder for flavoring or coloring; a single-ingredient, minimally processed pantry item.
UPF

curcumin (color)

Orange-yellow natural pigment extracted from turmeric (Curcuma longa), used as a food colourant.
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

marjoram extract
UPF

thyme extract

Concentrated flavor extract derived from thyme used to impart thyme flavor in dishes.
UPF

sage extract

Derived from sage leaves; concentrated extract used as a flavoring.
OK

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Common questions about green lentils with mixed vegetables

Is green lentils with mixed vegetables ultra-processed?

Yes — green lentils with mixed vegetables is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is ultra-processed because it contains several industrial additives and extracts, including yeast extract (a flavor enhancer), stabiliser (guar gum), dextrose (an industrial refined sugar), onion extract, marjoram extract, thyme extract, sage extract, and added color (curcumin). According to the NOVA system, the presence of such additives and industrially processed ingredients makes the overall product an ultra-processed food (UPF), even though it also contains whole foods like lentils and vegetables.

Which ingredients in green lentils with mixed vegetables are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 7 ingredients in green lentils with mixed vegetables as ultra-processed markers: yeast extract, guar gum, dextrose, onion extract, curcumin (color), thyme extract, sage 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.