Vegetable Stew

Barcode 5063334039462

Yes — Vegetable Stew is ultra-processed.

A vegetable-rich dish, but not ideal for everyday eating due to industrial additives.

This appears to be a vegetable-based stew containing sunflower seeds, carrots, mushrooms, roasted red onion, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkin seeds, tomatoes, herbs, and spices. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, a flavor enhancer and pre-identified UPF ingredient. Cornstarch and concentrated ingredients such as lemon juice concentrate and concentrated paprika also indicate industrial processing, while the other ingredients are generally basic culinary foods.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

sunflower seeds (15%)
OK

carrots (10%)

Root vegetable, commonly used as a vegetable component.
OK

mushrooms (10%)
OK

roasted red onion (8%)
OK

red pepper (5%)
OK

broccoli

Fresh green vegetable from the cruciferous family, commonly used as a side or ingredient.
OK

cauliflower

A white, compact head of flowering curd with edible florets; a common vegetable used fresh, roasted, steamed, or puréed.
OK

pumpkin seed (5%)
OK

green pepper

Green bell pepper, a fresh vegetable used for adding crunch and sweetness.
OK

tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes, edible fruit often used as a vegetable in salads, sauces, and cooking.
OK

tomato puree

A cooked, strained tomato product used as a base in sauces and dishes.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

garlic

A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
OK

cornstarch

A fine, gluten-free starch derived from corn kernels, used as a thickener and binder in many foods.
OK

salt

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

sugar

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

white wine vinegar

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

cinnamon

A sweet-spicy bark spice with warm, woody notes often used in baking and savory dishes.
OK

mixed herbs
UPF

yeast extract

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

indian potato flakes
OK

onion powder

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

lemon juice concentrate

Concentrated lemon juice, a tart citrus flavoring derived from lemons.
OK

garlic powder

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

concentrated paprika
OK

leek powder

Powder made from dried leek (Allium ampeloprasum), used as a spice or seasoning to add leek flavor.

Common questions about Vegetable Stew

Is Vegetable Stew ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Stew is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This appears to be a vegetable-based stew containing sunflower seeds, carrots, mushrooms, roasted red onion, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, pumpkin seeds, tomatoes, herbs, and spices. It is classified as ultra-processed because it contains yeast extract, a flavor enhancer and pre-identified UPF ingredient. Cornstarch and concentrated ingredients such as lemon juice concentrate and concentrated paprika also indicate industrial processing, while the other ingredients are generally basic culinary foods.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Stew are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vegetable Stew as an ultra-processed marker: yeast 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?

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.