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Vegan Tomato Pesto

Barcode 8001060024823

Scanned 22 times by Nomi users

Yes — Vegan Tomato Pesto is ultra-processed.

The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains at least one UPF ingredient: natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive. Other ingredients like lactic acid (as an acidity regulator) are isolated additives as well, but the presence of natural flavouring alone is sufficient to classify this as UPF under the given rules.

Ingredients

1 ultra-processed marker

OK

tomato puree (48%)
OK

sunflower seed oil
OK

basil

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

cashew nut

Edible seed of the cashew tree; a common tree nut used in cooking and snack foods.
OK

red peppers

Fresh bell peppers; sweet, crunchy vegetables used as a vegetable. Ready-to-eat raw ingredient.
OK

tomato flakes (2,5%)
OK

olive oil

A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
OK

salt

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

lactic acid

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

garlic

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

natural flavouring

A generic flavoring ingredient derived from natural sources used to impart aroma or taste; may include essential oils or extracts.
OK

pine nuts

Edible seeds from pine trees, commonly used in cooking and baking. Rich in healthy fats and pine nut flavor.

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Common questions about Vegan Tomato Pesto

Is Vegan Tomato Pesto ultra-processed?

Yes — Vegan Tomato Pesto by Saclà is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains at least one UPF ingredient: natural flavouring, which is an industrially produced flavor additive. Other ingredients like lactic acid (as an acidity regulator) are isolated additives as well, but the presence of natural flavouring alone is sufficient to classify this as UPF under the given rules.

Which ingredients in Vegan Tomato Pesto are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags one ingredient in Vegan Tomato Pesto as an ultra-processed marker: natural flavouring. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

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.