If you're tired of hummus and looking for a new way to enjoy chickpeas, look no further than Trader Joe's Greek Chickpeas with Cumin and Parsley.
Trader Joe's new Greek Chickpeas with Cumin and Parsley are essentially a deconstructed take on classic the Mediterranean mezze. The new version comes in a simple can containing chickpeas, soybean oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, cumin, garlic powder, and black pepper – pretty much everything you'd find in hummus, minus the tahini. The result is a ready-to-eat dish where the chickpeas have been cooked to just the perfect firmness. This tasty chickpea salad can be enjoyed on top of a Greek salad, on the side with grilled chicken or fish, or solo as a savory snack.
Mediterranean Chickpea Snacks
Trader Joe's Greek Chickpeas with Cumin and Parsley are Ready to Eat
Trend Themes
1. Mediterranean-inspired Snacks - Opportunity to develop chickpea-based or other Mediterranean-inspired snacks for the ready-to-eat market.
2. Deconstructed Dishes - Opportunity to create deconstructed versions of classic dishes for convenience and versatility in cooking.
3. An Alternative to Hummus - Opportunity to capitalize on the popularity of chickpeas as a healthy and savory snack alternative to hummus.
Industry Implications
1. Snack Food Industry - Food manufacturers can develop chickpea snacks with various flavor profiles, as an alternative to traditional snack foods.
2. Canned Food Industry - Canned food manufacturers can develop new deconstructed meal options for convenience and versatility in cooking.
3. Healthy Food Industry - Healthy food companies can capitalize on the growing demand for plant-based snacks as alternatives to traditional processed snacks.