# Microwavable Millet Meals Hilary's Millet-Based Frozen Healthy Meals are Free from Gluten By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-09-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-healthy-meals References: [businesswire](http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170907005335/en/Hilary%E2%80%99s-Introduces-New-Culinary-Inspired-Millet-Medleys-Delicious) & [hilaryseatwell](https://www.hilaryseatwell.com/products/fresh-greek-millet-medley/) Hilary’s 'Millet Medleys' were recently launched as [frozen healthy meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golo-foods) in four versatile, savory flavors: Traditional Herb, Golden Curry, Savory Mushroom and Fresh Greek. The millet-based meals are free from gluten and other common allergens and are said to serve as a "[clean twist on traditional rice pilaf](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-sides)." As a result, Hilary's notes that the products are set to appeal to both consumers who prefer to eat clean, as well as those who have special dietary needs or preferences. These meals are conveniently packaged in [microwavable pouch packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merchant-gourmet-pouch-range) that can be quickly warmed to form the base of a meal or a side. As well as making their debut at this year's Natural Products Expo East, Hilary’s Millet Medleys were recognized as the Best New Frozen Product at the NEXTY Awards. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Millet-based Frozen Healthy Meals:** Opportunity for the frozen healthy meals industry to cater to the growing demand for gluten-free and allergen-free options. - **Microwavable Meal Packaging:** Potential for innovation in packaging technology to create more convenient and quick-to-prepare meal options. - **Alternative Grain-based Meals:** Rise in popularity of millet and other alternative grains as a healthier and more sustainable alternative to traditional rice and wheat-based meals. ### Where This Applies - **Frozen Healthy Meals:** Innovative food companies can capitalize on the demand for gluten-free and allergen-free frozen meals. - **Packaging Technology:** Opportunities for packaging companies to develop microwavable pouch packages that provide convenience and preserve the quality of the food. - **Alternative Grains:** Food manufacturers and farmers can explore the production and marketing of alternative grains like millet to meet the increasing consumer demand for healthier meal options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Millet-Based Healthy Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/govindjee.md) - [Convenient Grain-Based Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seeds-of-change-2.md) - [Kid-Friendly Free-From Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flourish-by-kirstys.md) - [Free-From Frozen Bowl Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bettr-bowl.md) - [International Cuisine Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saffron-road-frozen-meals.md) - [Pouch-Packaged Meal Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilda-easy-meals.md) - [Clean Microwavable Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwavable-meal-cups.md) - [Heat-and-Eat Plant-Based Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merchant-gourmet-meals-in-minutes.md) - [Plant-Powered Handheld Pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwave-pockets.md)