Saclà

pesto roasted pepper & crushed almond

Barcode 8001060001992

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No — pesto roasted pepper & crushed almond is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid and consists mostly of whole or minimally processed ingredients: peppers, almonds, cheese, basil, rice syrup, garlic, pepper flakes, lactic acid, and salt. Rice syrup is treated here as a traditional sweetener, not a UPF ingredient per the guidelines. Lactic acid is a simple, common food acidulant allowed as a basic additive. There are no industrial flavorings, emulsifiers, refined syrups like glucose-fructose syrup, or other ultra-processed additives listed, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed under the provided NOVA-based rules.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

red peppers (43%) (sulphites)
OK

roasted red peppers (185 le oil blend (rapeseed oil, sunflower oil))
OK

almonds (6.6%)
OK

cheese

Dairy product made from milk; typically aged and salted.
OK

basil

A leafy herb used fresh or dried to flavor dishes; not typically processed as a food ingredient beyond drying or freshness.
OK

rice syrup

A traditional sweetener produced by enzymatic processing of rice; used as a carbohydrate source in cooking.
OK

garlic

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

pepper flakes
OK

lactic acid

A common food additive used to regulate acidity in beverages and processed foods.
OK

salt

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

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Common questions about pesto roasted pepper & crushed almond

Is pesto roasted pepper & crushed almond ultra-processed?

No — pesto roasted pepper & crushed almond by Saclà is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid and consists mostly of whole or minimally processed ingredients: peppers, almonds, cheese, basil, rice syrup, garlic, pepper flakes, lactic acid, and salt. Rice syrup is treated here as a traditional sweetener, not a UPF ingredient per the guidelines. Lactic acid is a simple, common food acidulant allowed as a basic additive. There are no industrial flavorings, emulsifiers, refined syrups like glucose-fructose syrup, or other ultra-processed additives listed, so this product is not classified as ultra-processed under the provided NOVA-based rules.

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?

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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.