Taylors

Chilli Pesto

Barcode 8001060012578

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Yes — Chilli Pesto is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday.

This pesto contains sulphur dioxide (sulphites), an extracted or isolated antioxidant additive used for preservation. Under the stated criteria, this industrial additive makes the product ultra-processed. Lactic acid is a basic acidity regulator and would not independently make it ultra-processed; the other ingredients are conventional foods or culinary ingredients.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

red pepper (bell pepper)

A sweet, crisp red bell pepper pick or fresh pepper used for color, flavor, and nutrition; typically eaten raw or cooked.
OK

tomato paste

Concentrated tomato juice cooked down to a thick, concentrated concentrate used as a base or flavoring in sauces and dishes.
OK

sunflower seed oil
OK

parsley

A fresh green herb used to flavor and garnish dishes; commonly added chopped leaves.
OK

almonds (nuts)
OK

sugar

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

pecorino romano pdo cheese (milk)
OK

dried chilli pepper (1,2%)
OK

sliced chilli pepper (0,5%)
OK

garlic

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

red pepper flakes
OK

sea salt

A basic mineral-rich salt derived from evaporated seawater, used as a seasoning and preservative.
OK

lactic acid

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

ground black pepper

A fine powder made by grinding peppercorns (Piper nigrum); a common, pungent spice used to season savory dishes.
OK

thyme

A small, woody perennial herb with fragrant leaves used to flavor dishes, soups, and stews.
OK

aniseed
OK

antioxidant: sulphur dioxide (sulphites)

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Common questions about Chilli Pesto

Is Chilli Pesto ultra-processed?

Yes — Chilli Pesto by Taylors is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This pesto contains sulphur dioxide (sulphites), an extracted or isolated antioxidant additive used for preservation. Under the stated criteria, this industrial additive makes the product ultra-processed. Lactic acid is a basic acidity regulator and would not independently make it ultra-processed; the other ingredients are conventional foods or culinary ingredients.

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.