Colman's

Tuna Pasta Bake

Barcode 8712566140923

Scanned 17 times by Nomi users

Yes — Tuna Pasta Bake is ultra-processed.

The product contains yeast extract and unspecified flavourings, which are considered ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Ingredients

5 ultra-processed markers

OK

wheat flour

Finely ground cereal flour from wheat; a fundamental baking ingredient.
OK

tomato puree powder

A dried powder derived from tomato puree, used as a flavoring, colorant, and base ingredient in seasonings and instant mixes.
OK

sugar

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

starch

Powdered carbohydrate obtained from plants (e.g., corn, potato, tapioca); thickening agent and energy source in foods.
OK

salt

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

cheese powder

A processed dairy powder made from cheddar cheese, cheese, whey and milk, often containing added salt, anti-caking agents, and emulsifiers; used to impart cheese flavor in snacks and sauces.
OK

onion

Fresh onion used as a vegetable ingredient for flavor and texture in a wide range of dishes.
UPF

flavourings

A generic mixture of flavorings, including dairy ingredients.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

herbs

Dried or fresh culinary herbs: parsley, oregano, and thyme.
UPF

spices

Spice blend containing garlic powder (a processed spice) along with paprika, turmeric, and pepper.
OK

potassium chloride

Mineral salt used as a salt substitute in food. A basic inorganic ingredient commonly used for seasoning or fortification; not ultra-processed.
UPF

lemon juice powder (sugar, lemon juice, salt)

Lemon juice powder with added sugar and salt; a processed blend used as a flavoring or seasoning; contains refined sugar; considered ultra-processed due to added sugar and processing.
OK

beetroot powder

Powdered beetroot, a single-ingredient, minimally processed vegetable powder used as a color or flavoring.

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Common questions about Tuna Pasta Bake

Is Tuna Pasta Bake ultra-processed?

Yes — Tuna Pasta Bake by Colman's is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains yeast extract and unspecified flavourings, which are considered ultra-processed ingredients according to NOVA, so the overall product is classified as ultra-processed (UPF).

Which ingredients in Tuna Pasta Bake are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 5 ingredients in Tuna Pasta Bake as ultra-processed markers: cheese powder, flavourings, yeast extract, spices, lemon juice powder (sugar, lemon juice, salt). 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.