Herb Dressing

Barcode 5070002997047

No — Herb Dressing is not ultra-processed.

The product appears to be an herb and oil-based dressing made from refined sunflower oil, a generic syrup, salt, herbs, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. None of these ingredients are industrial formulations or additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners, gelling agents, highly processed refined palm fruit oil, industrial sugar syrups like inverted sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, or maltodextrin. Refined sunflower oil and basic syrups are considered basic culinary ingredients, not ultra-processed under the given rules. Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) according to the NOVA-based criteria.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

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refined sunflower oil

A neutral, processed vegetable oil obtained from sunflower seeds, commonly used for cooking and frying.
OK

syrup

A sweet, viscous liquid produced from sugar or starch that is used as a sweetener or flavoring in foods.
OK

salt

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

herbs (oregano, basil, parsley)
OK

apple cider vinegar

Fermented liquid produced from apple juice, commonly used in dressings, marinades, and flavoring.
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lemon juice

The clear, acidic juice extracted from lemons, used for brightness and acidity in foods and drinks.
OK

garlic

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

diverse plant extracts used to flavor foods; can refer to a mix of single or blended seasonings.
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algarve as dill

Common questions about Herb Dressing

Is Herb Dressing ultra-processed?

No — Herb Dressing is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product appears to be an herb and oil-based dressing made from refined sunflower oil, a generic syrup, salt, herbs, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, and spices. None of these ingredients are industrial formulations or additives such as artificial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, stabilizers, thickeners, gelling agents, highly processed refined palm fruit oil, industrial sugar syrups like inverted sugar, glucose-fructose syrup, or maltodextrin. Refined sunflower oil and basic syrups are considered basic culinary ingredients, not ultra-processed under the given rules. Therefore, it is not classified as an ultra-processed food (UPF) according to the NOVA-based criteria.

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.