Ingredients, colour-coded
What needs attention
- DoubtfulCheese
Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet.
Full ingredient list
WHEAT flour (with calcium, niacin (B3), iron, thiamin (B1)), MOZZARELLA CHEESE (24%) tomato puree, cherry tomatoes (10%), water, vegetable oil (rapeseed), yeast, salt, basil, sugar, parsley, spinach, garlic, onions, pepper, roasted onions, oregano, paprika, lemon juice, maltodextrin, dextrose, pepper extract.
What to check on this pack
The first ingredient listed is wheat flour (with calcium and the list has 24 named ingredients. No halal or dietary label appears in the product data. One of the named ingredients needs a closer look:
- cheese (doubtful): Depends on the rennet. Many UK supermarket cheddars use microbial rennet and are labelled vegetarian; Parmesan and Grana Padano always use animal rennet. To confirm for this product, ask the maker for the source of the cheese.
Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker): pack details
| Pack size | e335g |
|---|---|
| Sold in | United Kingdom |
| Contains (allergens) | gluten, milk |
| Nutri-Score | D |
| NOVA group | 4 (an ultra-processed food) |
From the Open Food Facts record for this barcode. NOVA is a food-processing scale from 1 to 4 based on the ingredient list, and Nutri-Score runs from A (better) to E. Neither says anything about halal status.
What we found about Dr. Oetker and halal
Dr. Oetker's UK FAQ answers the halal question by sending customers to its product search, and does not state that its range is halal. It does say that the Ristorante Mozzarella pizza is suitable for vegetarians, along with Ristorante Funghi and Quattro Formaggi.
Sources: Dr. Oetker UK: FAQ. More on Dr. Oetker
Is Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker) vegetarian or vegan?
Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker) is not labelled vegetarian or vegan. No meat or gelatine is listed, but it contains milk or egg, so it is not vegan; the cheese may be made with animal rennet, and some additives can still be animal-derived.
More on this type of food: Ready meals: what to check · all Dr. Oetker products checked
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker) contain pork?
No pork is listed in the ingredients. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker) contain gelatine?
No gelatine is listed. Recipes change, so check the pack you buy.
Does Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker) contain alcohol?
No alcohol is listed. Flavourings can occasionally be carried in alcohol, which most scholars accept.
Is Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker) halal-certified?
We found no halal label for Ristorante Mozzarella (dr. Oetker). See the ingredient check above for what needs attention.
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Ingredient data from Open Food Facts (ODbL), retrieved 2026-10-15. Product photos by Open Food Facts contributors, licensed CC BY-SA 3.0. Recipes change — always check the pack. This is an ingredient check, not a halal certification.