Vegetable Frittata

Barcode 5063446491295

Yes — Vegetable Frittata is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an industrial flavour additive according to NOVA. Other components like vegetables, eggs, oil, basic acids, and sugar are minimally processed, but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

potato (47%)
OK

pasteurized egg (24%)
OK

fried vegetables (12%)
OK

onion

A common bulb vegetable used as a base flavor in many cuisines. Crisp, pungent, sweet when cooked.
OK

spinach

Leafy green vegetable commonly used as a fresh or cooked ingredient.
OK

chili pepper

A small, hot fruit of the Capsicum plant used to add heat and flavor to dishes.
OK

roasted red pepper (6%)
OK

roasted yellow pepper (2%)
OK

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

acetic acid

Acidity regulator and acidulant used in foods; a basic chemical ingredient.
OK

sugar

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

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in 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

white vinegar

Fermented acetic acid solution used as a condiment and preservative.
OK

salt

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

dried tomato

Dehydrated tomato fruit, used as a seasoning or ingredient; provides tomato flavor with extended shelf life.
OK

sun-dried tomato

A tomato that has been dried in the sun to concentrate flavor and extend shelf life; used as a pantry ingredient and in sauces, pastes, and antipasti.
OK

garlic

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

Is Vegetable Frittata ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegetable Frittata is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains natural flavouring, which is an industrial flavour additive according to NOVA. Other components like vegetables, eggs, oil, basic acids, and sugar are minimally processed, but the presence of natural flavouring is sufficient to make the overall product UPF.

Which ingredients in Vegetable Frittata are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vegetable Frittata as an ultra-processed marker: 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.