Chicken Pesto Pasta

Barcode 7032390042622

Yes — Chicken Pesto Pasta is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including acidity regulator (citric acid) and regulator (citric acid), as well as lemon juice from concentrate with preservative (potassium metabisulphite). These are industrial additives not used in home kitchens, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

cooked pasta (37%)
OK

water

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

durum wheat semolina

Coarsely ground durum wheat flour used especially for making pasta; high in gluten.
OK

steamed chicken (19%)
OK

chicken breast water salt
OK

basil pesto (12%)
OK

basil pesto (basil paste, sunflower oil, salt)
OK

rapeseed oil

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

medium fat hard cheese (milk)

A hard cheese made from cow's milk with moderate fat content, often aged and used in cooking or as a table cheese.
OK

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

garlic purée

Pureed garlic, often used as a flavoring base.
OK

citric acid

A natural organic acid used to balance acidity and preserve foods; a common food additive.
OK

spinach (9%)
OK

mozzarella cheese (cow's milk, salt, microbial rennet)
OK

regulator (citric acid)
OK

greek yogurt (7%)
OK

milk

A dairy liquid produced by cows; a basic, widely used food ingredient.
OK

roquito® sweet chilli pepper
OK

red roquito® jalapeño pepper
OK

sugar

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

cracked black pepper

Coarsely ground peppercorns used as a spice to season dishes.
OK

lemon juice (lemon concentrate, preservative (potassium metabisulphite))

Common questions about Chicken Pesto Pasta

Is Chicken Pesto Pasta ultra-processed?

Yes — Chicken Pesto Pasta is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, including acidity regulator (citric acid) and regulator (citric acid), as well as lemon juice from concentrate with preservative (potassium metabisulphite). These are industrial additives not used in home kitchens, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed.

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.