# Free-From Packaged Meatballs Aidell's Cooked Meatballs Offer Versatility and Unexpected Flavors By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-10-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooked-meatballs References: [aidells](http://www.aidells.com/category/characteristics/no-msg) The number of consumers who are on the hunt for products that are [free from unwanted ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quorn-meat-alternatives) is only showing signs of increasing, so Aidell's cooked meatballs offer a delicious option. Taking the classic dinner staple and giving it a foodie twist, the Aidell's meatballs come in flavor varieties including Habanero & Green Chile and even [Spicy Mango & Jalapeño](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spiced-meatballs), amongst many others. Each of these varieties is made using [chicken meat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-chicken-sausages) and is gluten-free, antibiotic-free and contains no added hormones or nitrites. The fully cooked meatballs from Aidell's can be cooked in a number of different ways including on the grill, in the oven or tossed into a pasta sauce. The packaging design for the meatballs features a vacuum-sealed package that's see-through to allow the rich nature of the delicious product to speak for itself. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Free-from Packaged Food:** Creating packaged foods free from unwanted ingredients will continue to see a surge in demand and is an opportunity for innovation. - **Unexpected Flavor Combinations:** Combining unique flavors with classic dishes, such as Aidell's Habanero & Green Chile meatballs, can appeal to foodies and disrupt the market. - **Flexible & Versatile Foods:** Creating products that can be used in a variety of ways, such as Aidell's fully cooked meatballs, can appeal to time-strapped consumers and offer new usage opportunities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Packaged Foods:** The packaged foods industry should consider creating products that are free from unwanted ingredients to appeal to the growing demand of health-conscious consumers. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers have the opportunity to experiment with new, unique flavor combinations like Aidell's Spicy Mango & Jalapeño meatballs that can offer a new, exciting product in the market. - **Food Packaging:** Food packaging companies should invest in functional, attractive, and see-through packaging designs to enhance shelf appeal and showcase the quality of the product inside, such as with Aidell's vacuum-sealed meatball packaging. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Natural Heat-and-Eat Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jones-dairy-farm-meatballs.md) - [High-Protein Chicken Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-good-foods-chicken-meatballs.md) - [Flavorful Flame-Broiled Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farm-rich-meatball.md) - [Gluten-Free Prepackaged Italian Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mamamancinis-products.md) - [Family-Friendly Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfriendly-frozen-meals.md) - [Protein-Packed Meatless Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-meatballs1.md) - [Plant-Based Mushroom Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-balls.md) - [Protein-Rich Plant-Based Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein-ultimate-plantbased-meatballs.md) - [Kelp-Based Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelp-meatballs.md)