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classic pesto by Filippo Berio
Filippo Berio

classic pesto

Barcode 8002210132085
Scanned  24  times by Nomi users
Ultra-Processed Food (UPF)

Yes — classic pesto is ultra-processed.

The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains an acidity regulator (glucono delta lactone), which is an industrial additive and thus makes the overall product UPF under NOVA. The other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of this additive is sufficient for UPF classification.

Ingredients

No ultra-processed markers
  • OK
    italian basil (36%)
  • OK
    olive oil
    A basic culinary oil pressed from olives, used for cooking, dressing, and flavor.
  • OK
    sunflower oil
    A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
  • OK
    grana padano cheese pdo (milk, salt, rennet)
  • OK
    cashew nut
    Edible seed of the cashew tree; a common tree nut used in cooking and snack 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
    potato flakes
    Dried flakes of potato used as a base pantry ingredient or as a thickener in soups and mashed potato preparations.
  • OK
    salt
    Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
  • OK
    sugar
    Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
  • OK
    pecorino romano cheese (ewe's milk, salt, rennet)
  • OK
    pine nuts
    Edible seeds from pine trees, commonly used in cooking and baking. Rich in healthy fats and pine nut flavor.
  • OK
    garlic
    A bulbous aromatic spice used to impart savory flavor in cooking; can be used fresh, sautéed, roasted, or in powder form.
  • OK
    acidity regulator (glucono delta lactone). allergy advice: for allergens see ingredients in bold and underlined. non-vegetarian cheese 01 ca of sal may contain: peanuts and other tree pro nuts
  • OK
    eggs
    A versatile animal-derived protein from hens; basic ingredient in many dishes and baked goods.
  • OK
    fish
    A basic protein ingredient derived from aquatic animals.
  • OK
    soy
    Legume seed used for its beans; common in soy products and as a source of protein and oil.
  • OK
    wheat
    A staple cereal grain used in foods; a basic ingredient in flour, bread, and many products.
  • 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
    sesame seeds
    Small, flat seeds from the Sesamum indicum plant, used as a food ingredient for flavor and texture.
  • OK
    mustard
    Seeds and/or prepared mustard used as a spice or condiment; a basic spice/condiment ingredient in cooking.
  • OK
    sulphites and fragments of nut shell. imported in uk by: filippo berio uk ltd
  • OK
    borehamwo produced for: filippo berio via montramito 1600-5 best before: see lid

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Common questions about classic pesto

Is classic pesto ultra-processed?

Yes — classic pesto by Filippo Berio is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The ingredient list is valid. The product is classified as ultra-processed because it contains an acidity regulator (glucono delta lactone), which is an industrial additive and thus makes the overall product UPF under NOVA. The other ingredients are minimally processed or basic culinary ingredients, but the presence of this additive is sufficient for UPF classification.

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.

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