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Yes — Organic végétarian pesto is ultra-processed.
The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives/ingredients including: natural flavourings and the acidity regulator lactic acid. These extracted/isolated additives place it in the UPF category according to NOVA, even though many other ingredients (basil, cheese, nuts, oils, garlic) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.
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Yes — Organic végétarian pesto by Saclà is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. This product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF) because it contains industrial additives/ingredients including: natural flavourings and the acidity regulator lactic acid. These extracted/isolated additives place it in the UPF category according to NOVA, even though many other ingredients (basil, cheese, nuts, oils, garlic) are minimally processed or culinary ingredients.
Nomi has reviewed similar products that are not ultra-processed, including Traditional Genovese Pesto by Belazu, GREEN PESTO by M&S FOOD, Basil Pesto by Sainsbury's taste the difference. See the healthier alternatives above for details.
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.
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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.