# 90-Second Side Dishes La Tortilla Factory's Authentic Mexican Side Dishes are Microwavable By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-10-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexican-side-dishes References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/la-tortilla-factory-releases-mexican-side-dishes-301149585.html) & [latortillafactory](http://www.latortillafactory.com) Preparing a well-rounded meal in a matter of minutes is easier than ever thanks to [La Tortilla Factory's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sourdough-tortilla) new Authentic Mexican Side Dishes, which are packaged in [microwaveable pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilda-easy-meals). Made with better-for-you ingredients, the trio of side dishes are available in varieties like Ancho Rice and Beans, Brown Rice and Quinoa and Mexican-style Black Beans, which can be prepared in about 90 seconds. La Tortilla Factory was inspired to create these flavorful [Mexican-inspired side dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buena-mesa) based on the patterns it saw in consumers' mindful eating habits and preference for authentic flavors. Notably, all of the side dishes are vegetarian-friendly, preservative-free and gluten-free, plus they naturally pair well with La Tortilla Factory's own tortillas to create flavorful meals any time of the week. Image Credit: La Tortilla Factory ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 11% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Microwavable Side Dishes:** The trend of convenient, microwavable side dishes allows for quick and easy meal prep. - **Authentic Flavors:** The growing demand for authentic flavors in convenient packaged foods presents opportunities for innovative flavor combinations. - **Mindful Eating:** The trend of mindful eating drives the demand for better-for-you ingredients and healthier alternatives. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food Packaging:** The food packaging industry can explore innovative microwavable packaging solutions to cater to the demand for quick and easy meals. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers have an opportunity to create interesting, authentic flavor profiles for packaged side dishes that satisfy consumer preferences. - **Health Food:** The health food industry can capitalize on the trend of mindful eating by offering more options that are vegetarian-friendly, preservative-free, and gluten-free. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [International Cuisine Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tilda-tasty-sides.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Mexican Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/authentic-mexican-cuisine.md) - [Ready-Made Rice Sides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rice-sides.md) - [Pre-Prepared Spanish Rice Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spanish-style-rice.md) - [Authentic Ready-to-Use Tortillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-mexicana-tortillas.md) - [Mexican-Inspired Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexicaninspired-meal-kits.md) - [On-the-Go Beans Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fillos-americas-made.md) - [Rice Brand Overhauls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minute-rice.md) - [Meal Prep Rice Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zatarains-rice-products.md)