Caesar Dressing

Barcode 5063334018948

Yes — Caesar Dressing is ultra-processed.

Not ideal for everyday use because it contains an industrial stabiliser.

This is a Caesar-style dressing made primarily with rapeseed oil, egg yolk, Parmesan, mustard, vinegar, and seasonings. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum, an industrial stabiliser and a pre-identified UPF ingredient. The Worcestershire sauce and Angostura bitters are also ready-made processed flavouring components, but xanthan gum alone is sufficient for the classification.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

rapeseed oil

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

water

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

white wine vinegar

A clear, mild vinegar made from fermented white wine, used for acidity in dressings, marinades, and pickling.
OK

free range egg yolk
OK

parmigiano reggiano (iso 2205) (cows' milk)
OK

salt

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

dijon mustard
OK

spirits vinegar
OK

sugar

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

szechuan pepper

A spice from the husks of prickly ash berries, known for its tingling, numbing sensation and citrusy notes commonly used in Sichuan cuisine.
OK

angostura bitters
OK

worcestershire sauce (water,sugar, spirit vinegar, molasses, salt, onion powder, clove powder, garlic puree, ginger puree, sulphites)
OK

garlic powder

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

onion powder

Dried and ground onion used as a seasoning to impart onion flavor.
UPF

xanthan gum (stabiliser)

A polysaccharide thickener produced by fermentation, used as a stabiliser and thickening agent in foods.
OK

mustard flour

Ground mustard seeds used as a spice or condiment; a basic, natural ingredient derived from mustard seeds.
OK

olive oil

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

lemon juice concentrate

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

Common questions about Caesar Dressing

Is Caesar Dressing ultra-processed?

Yes — Caesar Dressing is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is a Caesar-style dressing made primarily with rapeseed oil, egg yolk, Parmesan, mustard, vinegar, and seasonings. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains xanthan gum, an industrial stabiliser and a pre-identified UPF ingredient. The Worcestershire sauce and Angostura bitters are also ready-made processed flavouring components, but xanthan gum alone is sufficient for the classification.

Which ingredients in Caesar Dressing are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Caesar Dressing as an ultra-processed marker: xanthan gum (stabiliser). 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.