Red Lentil Soup

Barcode 5063334010164

Yes — Red Lentil Soup is ultra-processed.

Contains UPF ingredients such as stabiliser (e412), paprika extract, and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives and processed extracts used for texture, color, and flavor enhancement.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers

OK

water

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

red lentils (23%)
OK

rice (11%)
OK

onion

A bulb vegetable with a pungent, savory flavor base for many dishes. Used fresh, cooked, or caramelized.
OK

carrot

A common root vegetable used as a fresh or cooked ingredient; high in beta-carotene and dietary fiber.
OK

paprika (1%)
OK

garlic powder

Dried, ground garlic used as a convenient, concentrated form of garlic flavoring in cooking.
OK

salt

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

stabiliser (e412)
UPF

paprika extract

Concentrated flavor ingredient derived from paprika (capsicum) used to impart paprika flavor without the physical pepper pieces.
OK

turmeric powder

A bright-orange, finely ground spice from the rhizome of Curcuma longa, used for color and flavor in many cuisines; commonly used in curry blends and as a seasoning.
UPF

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.

Common questions about Red Lentil Soup

Is Red Lentil Soup ultra-processed?

Yes — Red Lentil Soup is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Contains UPF ingredients such as stabiliser (e412), paprika extract, and natural flavouring, which are industrial additives and processed extracts used for texture, color, and flavor enhancement.

Which ingredients in Red Lentil Soup are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Red Lentil Soup as ultra-processed markers: paprika extract, natural flavouring. 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?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

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.