Nomi
UPF Food Scanner
Know what’s really in your food
Get the free app
Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper by Sabra
Sabra

Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper

Barcode 7290105690005
Scanned  64  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the preservative potassium sorbate, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life.

Ingredients

2 ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    cooked chickpeas (47%) (water, chickpeas, acidity regulator (sodium carbonate))
  • OK
    rapeseed oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from rapeseeds (Brassica napus). Used for frying, baking, and dressings. Neutral flavor.
  • OK
    sesame seed paste (15%)
  • OK
    water
    Essential base ingredient for countless foods and beverages; serves as solvent and texture modifier.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    olive oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
  • OK
    dried garlic (0.9%)
  • UPF
    citric acid
    A sour-tasting organic acid used as an acidulant and preservative in foods. Commonly added in small amounts to adjust acidity.
  • OK
    dehydrated red bell pepper (0.3%)
  • OK
    paprika powder
    Ground dried red paprika peppers used as a spice to add color and mild to moderate heat.
  • OK
    black pepper
    A common spice made from dried peppercorns of the Piper nigrum plant, used to add pungent heat and aroma to dishes.
  • UPF
    potassium sorbate
    Potassium sorbate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of molds, yeast, and some bacteria to extend shelf life.
  • OK
    dehydrated parsley

Healthier alternatives

Reviewed by Nomi

Similar products that aren't ultra-processed — swap and keep the flavour.

Swap it for something less processed

See all Sauces, Condiments & Spreads →

Other sauces, condiments & spreads Nomi has checked — these ones aren't ultra-processed.

Common questions about Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper

Is Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper ultra-processed?

Yes — Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper by Sabra is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because it contains the preservative potassium sorbate, which is an industrial additive used to extend shelf life.

Which ingredients in Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 2 ingredients in Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper as ultra-processed markers: citric acid, potassium sorbate. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What are healthier alternatives to Houmous Garlic + Red Pepper?

Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Organic Houmous by Sainsbury's,So Organic, Tesco Houmous by Tesco, Organic Houmous ~ With added extra virgin olive oil by Marks & Spencer. See the healthier alternatives above for details.

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.

BBC As seen on The One Show

Scan it yourself,
right in the aisle

This page was shared from Nomi, the free app that tells you instantly whether any food is ultra-processed.

  • Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label
  • Every ingredient explained in plain English
  • Daily check-ins show how food affects how you feel
  • Save favourites and build a healthier shopping list

Free download · No subscription needed to start scanning

Nomi monthly wellbeing report
Nomi scan result screen

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.

Nomi — UPF Scanner Free on iOS & Android
Get the app