Classic salad dressings varieties like Ranch and Caesar are being reinvented by Marzetti with its Simply Plant Based Dressings made with oat milk. These plant-powered dressings are emulsified with oat milk to provide a creamy finish and they speak to the growing number of consumers who are looking for dairy-free options that provide all the comfort of tried-and-true foods.
The oil-based dressings feature classic ingredients such as distilled vinegar, salt and sugar alongside faba bean protein for a boost. These creamy dressings promise to uplevel freshly made and pre-made salads, as well as chopped veggies when served as a dip.
The Marzetti Simply Plant Based Dressings range also includes a unique Lemon Basil flavor that sets itself apart from the other two with creamy cauliflower puree.
Creamy Oat Milk Dressings
Marzetti Simply Plant Based Dressings are Made with Alt Milk
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Dressings - As the demand for dairy-free options increases, there is an opportunity for food companies to create innovative plant-based dressings that are tasty and nutritious.
2. Alternative Milk Ingredients - Using oat milk as a base for dressings is a disruptive innovation opportunity for food companies looking to cater to a growing vegan and lactose-intolerant market.
3. Protein-enhanced Dressings - Adding plant-based protein like faba bean to dressings is a disruptive innovation opportunity for food companies looking to offer consumers a more nutritious option.
Industry Implications
1. Food Service Industry - Restaurants and fast-food chains can benefit from incorporating plant-based dressings with alternative milk ingredients into their menus to cater to a growing vegan and lactose-intolerant market.
2. Food Manufacturing Industry - Food companies looking to cater to the needs of health-conscious and environmentally-conscious consumers can consider developing new plant-based dressings that are healthy and sustainable.
3. Retail Industry - Grocery stores can benefit from adding plant-based dressings with alternative milk ingredients to their inventory to offer their customers a broader range of dairy-free options.