There's a pair of new microwave pockets from Mikey's that are plant-based and gluten-free, appealing to those desire quick, comforting meals without compromising on ingredients. The new free-from varieties include Buffalo Chicken Plant-Based Pockets and Pepperoni Pizza Plant-Based Pockets are filled with cheese-style shreds and other comforting ingredients—but no eggs, dairy, soy or nitrates. These handheld meals even serve as a source of fiber and they can conveniently be ordered online to take the stress out of anytime snacking or assembling a quick weeknight meal.
These new microwave pockets join existing gluten-free varieties like Cheese Pizza, Meaty Marinara and Southwest Breakfast.
Cali'foods newly unveiled a plan to expand into new categories and ingredient profiles, starting with the acquisition of this gluten-free frozen brand.
What's Driving This Trend
- Plant-based Convenience Foods
- Opportunity for companies to develop more plant-based convenience food options for consumers seeking quick and comforting meals.
- Gluten-free Fast Food
- Opportunity for fast-food chains to expand their gluten-free menu options to better serve customers with dietary restrictions.
- Online Ordering for Quick Meals
- Opportunity for online food ordering services to cater to the growing demand for quick, convenient meals that can be ordered and delivered on-demand.
Who This Affects Most
- Convenience Food Industry
- There is room for innovation and growth in the convenience food industry by developing more plant-based and gluten-free options that cater to consumer’s dietary restrictions.
- Fast Food Industry
- Fast food chains could capitalize on the growing demand for gluten-free and plant-based options by expanding their menu offerings to meet this need.
- Online Food Ordering Industry
- Companies in the online food ordering industry could tap into the market of consumers seeking convenient and quick meals that can be ordered online.
