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# Turkey-Infused Taco Meat Mixes
Jennie-O's Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey is Lean and All-Natural

By Jana Pijak | Published 2019-02-13 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ground-turkey
References: [jennieo](https://www.jennieo.com/products/9-lean-taco-seasoned-ground-turkey)

Jennie-O's Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey is a lean and all-natural product that is convenient and easy to prep. Featuring no artificial additives, the turkey is minimally processed and gluten-free. This product is also pre-seasoned with a blend of paprika, spices, rosemary extract and salt, making it a quick dinner option for family [taco night](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-seasoning-sachets), lunch wraps, salads and more.

A lighter and more nutritious alternative to ground beef products, this [ground turkey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-ground-pork-line) is the inspiration behind a number of Jennie-O recipes which can be found on the food brand's website. These include turkey tex-mex bowls combined with avocado, tomatoes and beans, [turkey nachos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-grilled-tacos) that are combined with jalapenos and lime for a zesty kick and even a chili-inspired salsa and bean soup that replaces ground beef with turkey.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.7/10
- Popularity: 13% | Activity: 59% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Lean Meat Alternatives:** Opportunity for brands to innovate and offer consumers healthy and sustainable meat alternatives like Jennie-O Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey.
- **Convenient Meal Preparation:** The rise of busy and health-conscious consumers creates opportunities for brands to offer convenient, nutritious meal options like Jennie-O's pre-seasoned ground turkey that can be used for tacos, salads, and more.
- **Recipe Inspiration:** Opportunity for brands to offer recipe inspiration using lean and natural meat alternatives like Jennie-O Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey to attract consumers looking for healthy and tasty meal ideas.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Food Manufacturing:** Companies in the food manufacturing industry can explore innovative ways to introduce and market lean and natural meat alternatives like Jennie-O Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey.
- **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to cater to health-conscious consumers through the sale of lean and natural meat alternatives like Jennie-O Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey and promote them through in-store displays and recipe demonstrations.
- **Food Service:** Restaurants and food service companies can offer healthy and flavorful meal options by incorporating lean and natural meat alternatives like Jennie-O Lean Taco Seasoned Ground Turkey into their menu items.

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