Saclà

Sun-dried tomato pesto

Barcode 8001060043213

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No — Sun-dried tomato pesto is not ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is composed of culinary ingredients and minimally processed foods (tomato purée, oils, herbs, cheeses, vegetables, nuts, salt). The only additive is lactic acid as an acidity regulator, which is a basic food additive and does not, by itself, make the product ultra-processed under the given criteria. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups/oils like palm fruit oil.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

tomato purée

A tomato-based concentrate obtained by cooking down tomatoes, commonly used as a base or seasoning in dishes.
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
OK

italian basil (10%)
OK

cheeses (milk) (medium fat hard cheese, parmigiano reggiano pdo cheese, pecorino romano pdo cheese)
OK

sun-dried tomatoes (4%)
OK

peppers (sulphites)
OK

cashew nut

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

carrots

Root vegetable with orange, sweet-tles; commonly eaten raw, roasted, or added to soups and stews.
OK

pine nuts

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

lactic acid

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

extra virgin olive oil

A high-quality, cold-pressed olive oil pressed from olives, used as a cooking oil and dressing; basic culinary ingredient.
OK

garlic

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

salt

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

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Common questions about Sun-dried tomato pesto

Is Sun-dried tomato pesto ultra-processed?

No — Sun-dried tomato pesto by Saclà is not ultra-processed, so it is not a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is composed of culinary ingredients and minimally processed foods (tomato purée, oils, herbs, cheeses, vegetables, nuts, salt). The only additive is lactic acid as an acidity regulator, which is a basic food additive and does not, by itself, make the product ultra-processed under the given criteria. There are no industrial sweeteners, flavor enhancers, emulsifiers, or refined industrial syrups/oils like palm fruit oil.

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.