leastprocessed
least processed tinned sardines
The least processed
tinned sardines.
We scored 3 tinned sardines products sold across UK supermarkets. Sorted by NOVA processing group + additive count.
3 verified · 0 estimated · 0 unscored
The score range
Mostly mid-pack. Trade-offs everywhere.
Best
58
Median
58
Worst
48
From verified-NOVA only.
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01
Sardines
Lidl · 125 g
Retailer · unknown
Verified · NOVA
NOVA 3additives 0ingredients 7nutri A
58
02
NOVA 3additives 0ingredients 4nutri A
58
03
Sardines with Chilli in Olive Oil
Parmentier · 135g
Retailer · unknown
Verified · NOVA
NOVA 3additives 0ingredients 15nutri C
48
Methodology
How we score tinned sardines.
Each product starts at a NOVA baseline (96 / 78 / 58 / 32 for groups 1–4). We deduct 4 points per additive and small amounts for very long ingredient lists. Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Where a NOVA group isn't yet recorded, we mark the score "estimated" and dash the dial — we don't fake a verified number.
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