Giovanni Rana, Rana

Fresh Tortelloni Basil and Pine Nut Pesto

Barcode 8001665722643

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Yes — Fresh Tortelloni Basil and Pine Nut Pesto is ultra-processed.

Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and isolates such as vegetable fibres (corn and potato), added starches (from corn and potato), lactose, and especially natural flavourings. These extracted/isolated ingredients and flavourings meet NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers

OK

filling 53%: ricotta cheese (from milk) 39%
OK

basil pesto 28% [basil 32%
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sunflower oil 18%
OK

pecorino romano "p.d.o. cheese (sheep's milk)
OK

salt

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

animal rennet 18%
OK

cashews

Cashews are a whole, edible seed of the cashew tree, commonly used as a snack or ingredient in recipes.
OK

full fat hard cheese (from milk)
OK

pine nuts 4%]
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vegetable fibres (corn and potato)
OK

mozzarella cheese (from milk)
OK

breadcrumbs (soft wheat flour, water)
OK

yeast

A living microorganism used as a leavening agent in baking.
OK

lactose

A natural disaccharide sugar derived from milk; one of the basic sugars present in dairy products.
OK

starches (from corn and potato)
OK

natural flavourings (contain barley). pasta 47%: soft wheat flour
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eggs 30%
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durum wheat semolina. p.d.o.: protected designation of origin allergy advice: for allergens including cereals containing gluten
OK

see ingredients in bold. may contain fish
OK

nuts

A basic, whole-food ingredient consisting of kernels from various tree or bush species (e.g., almonds, walnuts, cashews). Rich in fats and protein.
OK

celery

A crunchy, fibrous stalk vegetable commonly used fresh in salads, soups, and as a garnish. Rich in water and nutrients like vitamin K and folate.
OK

molluscs

Edible group including clams, mussels, and other mollusks.
OK

crustaceans (shellfish)

Group of aquatic arthropods including crabs, shrimp, and lobster; common allergen.
OK

mustard & soybeans. we thought you'd like to know we never
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ever use hydrogenated fat

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Common questions about Fresh Tortelloni Basil and Pine Nut Pesto

Is Fresh Tortelloni Basil and Pine Nut Pesto ultra-processed?

Yes — Fresh Tortelloni Basil and Pine Nut Pesto by Giovanni Rana, Rana is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). Classified as ultra-processed because the ingredient list includes industrial additives and isolates such as vegetable fibres (corn and potato), added starches (from corn and potato), lactose, and especially natural flavourings. These extracted/isolated ingredients and flavourings meet NOVA criteria for ultra-processed foods.

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.