If you've ever wished there was a plant-based alternative to ground beef or chicken, look no further than Trader Joe's new Meatless Ground.
Trader Joe's Meatless Ground is a blend of dried, textured pea protein crumbles that has a similar texture and flavor to ground chicken or ground turkey. The crumbles can be stored in your pantry and then rehydrated with water whenever you're ready to cook them. As Trader Joe's explains, "Its lightweight, low profile, shelf-stable status also makes it an excellent option for bringing along on camping trips or any other vacation spots where cooking is a must and refrigerator or cooler space is at a premium." This makes the product an easy substitute for ground meat in dishes like lasagna, tacos, casseroles, and more. And best of all, each serving boasts 15 grams of protein.
Vegan Ground Meat Mixtures
Trader Joe's New Meatless Ground is a Vegan Ground Meat Substitute
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Alternatives - The rise in popularity of plant-based alternatives to meat provides opportunities for the development of other innovative and sustainable options.
2. Shelf-stable Protein - The growing demand for shelf-stable protein products creates opportunities for the development of convenient and sustainable options.
3. Texture and Flavor Replication - The trend of replicating the texture and flavor of meat in plant-based alternatives provides opportunities for the development of new products with unique tastes and textures.
Industry Implications
1. Food Manufacturing - The food manufacturing industry can capitalize on the growing demand for plant-based alternatives and create innovative and sustainable products that align with shifting consumer preferences.
2. Retail - The retail industry can benefit from the popularity of plant-based alternatives and offer a wider range of products to cater to the needs of consumers wanting more sustainable and healthy options.
3. Travel and Tourist - The travel and tourist industry can offer plant-based, shelf-stable protein options to cater to the growing demand for sustainable and convenient food products for camping trips and other outdoor activities.