Adhering to a paleo diet means eating plenty of fruits and vegetables, fish, meat and some nuts and seeds, as well as eliminating grains from one's diet—but Pieno created a unique high-fiber paleo pasta product with minimal ingredients.
Peino's product is vegan-friendly, paleo and gluten-free as it is made with just green banana flour, tapioca flour and xantham gum. Using green banana as the base of the product helps farmers to reduce waste and at the same time, nourish consumers with prebiotic fiber. According to Otmaro Silva, "People are intrigued and amazed by the taste and texture of Pieno. It has no banana taste and it actually feels like pasta."
The unique pasta product has the potential to appeal to a wide range of consumers who are seeking healthy pasta alternatives without grains or legumes.
Banana-Based Paleo Pastas
Pieno Makes High-Fiber Superfood Pasta from Green Bananas
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Pasta - The rise of plant-based diets creates an opportunity for innovative pasta alternatives made from non-traditional ingredients like green bananas.
2. Paleo-friendly Foods - The demand for paleo products opens up a market for unique food options like high-fiber pasta made with minimal ingredients.
3. Sustainable Agriculture - Using green bananas as a base for pasta not only reduces waste but also supports sustainable farming practices.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore the production and marketing of innovative pasta products that cater to specific dietary needs and preferences.
2. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can incorporate high-fiber, gluten-free, and plant-based pasta options into their product offerings to meet the growing demand for healthier alternatives.
3. Sustainable Agriculture - There is an opportunity for the sustainable agriculture industry to promote the use of green bananas as a sustainable ingredient and reduce food waste in the process.