Tomato Couscous

Barcode 6050961009851

Yes — Tomato Couscous is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil (a highly processed refined oil) and paprika extract (an industrially processed extract), as well as added natural flavourings, which are industrial flavouring additives.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

couscous (89%) (durum wheat semolina)
OK

tomato powder (14%)
OK

dried tomato (12%)
OK

red pepper (1.2%)
OK

dried onion (1.2%)
UPF

palm oil

A widely used edible oil pressed from the fruit of oil palms; a basic culinary oil but highly processed in many commercial products.
UPF

natural flavourings (contain barley)

Natural flavourings derived from barley; flavourings are considered additives.
OK

spices (0.2%) (cayenne pepper, black pepper)
OK

garlic powder

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

dried coriander leaf

A dried herb from the coriander plant, used to add fresh herby aroma and flavor to dishes.
UPF

paprika extract

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

dried jalapeño pepper

Common questions about Tomato Couscous

Is Tomato Couscous ultra-processed?

Yes — Tomato Couscous is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains palm oil (a highly processed refined oil) and paprika extract (an industrially processed extract), as well as added natural flavourings, which are industrial flavouring additives.

Which ingredients in Tomato Couscous are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Tomato Couscous as ultra-processed markers: palm oil, natural flavourings (contain barley), paprika 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.