# Healthy Microwavable Moussakas Cedar Lane's Eggplant Mediterranean Moussaka is High in Protein By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-01-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwavable-moussaka References: [cedarlanefoods](http://www.cedarlanefoods.com/products/eggplant-mediterranean-moussaka/) & [cedarlanefoods](http://www.cedarlanefoods.com) This microwavable moussaka from Cedar Lane is a [healthy dinner idea](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gym-kitchen-frozen-meal) you can try tonight. The product is a healthier alternative to traditional microwave meals and is high in protein and fiber while being low in calories. [Cedar Lane Natural Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cedars-foods-reserve) is known for its organic and gluten free range of frozen goods. Their Eggplant Mediterranean Moussaka is no exception and is made using a blend of eggplant, roasted tomato, carrot and organic mushroom flavors. The product is also infused with skim milk and organic unbleached flour ingredients, making it a smart and nutritious choice for the whole family. This microwavable moussaka is a convenient update on the [classic Mediterranean recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mediterranean-stuffing). The product is ready in approximately 4 minutes making it quicker and more affordable than expensive restaurant versions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Healthy Microwave Meals:** Opportunity for food companies to create convenient and nutritious microwave meals as an alternative to traditional unhealthy options. - **Organic and Gluten-free Frozen Foods:** Potential for companies to develop a range of organic and gluten-free frozen food products to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Quick and Affordable Mediterranean Cuisine:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to provide fast and affordable Mediterranean meal options that can be easily prepared at home. ### Where This Applies - **Frozen Food Industry:** Companies in the frozen food industry can capitalize on the demand for healthy and convenient microwave meals. - **Health Food Industry:** Opportunity for the health food industry to expand its range of organic and gluten-free frozen products. - **Food Delivery Industry:** Potential for food delivery services to offer affordable and quick Mediterranean cuisine options to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [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) - [Meatless Ready-to-Heat Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ready-to-heat-meal.md) - [Moroccan-Inspired Frozen Entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heat-and-eat-meals.md) - [Plant-Powered Handheld Pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwave-pockets.md) - [Microwavable Vegan Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-burger-patty.md) - [Microwavable Mediterranean Egg Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-bites-cheese-spinach-kale.md) - [Protein-Packed Quick-Serve Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-servings-meals.md) - [Wholesome Vegan Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-lasagnas.md)