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Cauliflower Conversion

The vitamin-packed veggie is incorporated as a healthful substitution

Implications - Fueled by the empowered online health food community recent positioning of it as a superfood, cauliflower is being embraced as an all-purpose ingredient and often, as a substitution in traditionally meat-centered dishes. This progression highlights the experimental attitude of consumers looking to enhance vegetarian meal options by channeling staple dishes without compromising flavor experience.
Workshop Question - If you had to recreate your product/service from scratch, what tweaks or pivots would be made along the way?
Trend Themes
1. Cauliflower for Substitution - The experimental attitude of consumers enhances vegetarian meal options by channelling staple dishes without compromising flavor experience.
2. Innovation in Vegetable-based Meals - The introduction of vegetable-infused ice creams and novelty products that swap out vegetables for traditional ingredients is revolutionizing the way consumers choose healthier alternatives.
3. Use of Cauliflower in Baking - Cauliflower-based baking mixes provide fewer calories, carbs, fat, and sodium than leading gluten-free and paleo baking mixes opening up disruptive innovation for the development of healthy but delicious baked goods and mixes.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Food and beverage sector has immense potential to explore more and more possibilities to explore non-traditional and healthy ingredients which can provide substitution for unhealthy staples.
2. Health Care and Wellness - Healthcare and wellness industry can harness the power of vegetable-based food and expand the scope of healthy food choices by incorporating vegetable elements such as cauliflower into meals, adding more nutrients to diets.
3. Retail - Retail industry can capitalize on consumers who are health-conscious and allow alternative ingredient products to reach the wider public on a global scale.
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Cauliflower Breakfast Cups
Cauliflower Breakfast Cups
Purely Elizabeth Created a Grain-Free Hot Cereal Alternative
This summer, consumers will be able to look forward to many new products from Purely Elizabeth, including a first-of-its-kind grain-free hot cereal made with cauliflower. Like many savory riced... MORE
Vegetable-Infused Ice Creams
Vegetable-Infused Ice Creams
Peekaboo Ice Cream Has a Hidden Serving of Veggies in Every Pint
With sales of low-calorie ice cream continuing to soar, a new brand called Peekaboo Ice Cream has found a way to make the frozen dessert even healthier. Instead of taking ingredients away, this new... MORE
Cauliflower-Based Baking Mixes
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Sneaking vegetables into cooking and baking is a surefire way to support a vibrant, well-rounded diet—and CAULIPOWER is now making it easier than ever with its newly launched CAULI-FLOUR. CAULI-... MORE
Cauliflower-Based Macaroni Meals
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Ark Foods Cauli Mac is a Plant-Based Alternative to Mac & Cheese
For those looking to enjoy their favorite comfort food, but also pack more veggies into their diet, Ark Foods Cauli Mac is the perfect solution. Now available at Whole Foods, the tasty meal is not... MORE
Cheesy Mashed Cauliflower Dishes
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This Healthier Version of Mashed Potatoes Subs Out the Spuds
Mashed potatoes are often a staple at any holiday dinner, but they can be heavy and filled with a ton of calories despite the meal’s great taste. This mashed cauliflower version by BuzzFeed... MORE
Grilled Cauliflower Sandwiches
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This Gluten-Free Sandwich Uses a Veggie in Place of Bread
It’s possible to make a classic grilled cheese gluten-free sandwich with a simple swap of bread, but this recipe shared on Well+Good from Tess Ward puts a completely new spin on the idea.... MORE
Cruciferous Vegetable Drinks
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Splendid Spoon's Cauliflower Drink is Like a Bottled Hearty Soup
In addition to making a wide variety of healthy soups, Splendid Spoon is a NYC-based business that also offers a unique cauliflower drink as part of a one-day cleanse program.  The “... MORE
Frozen Cauliflower Tater Tots
Frozen Cauliflower Tater Tots
Maas River Farms' Cauli-Tots are Made with GMO-free Cauliflower
For those looking for a way to satisfy a junk food craving without loading up on carbs, Maas River Farms’ Cauli-Tots are the perfect choice. Made with organic cauliflower instead of potatoes,... MORE
Meatless Barbecue Cauliflower Wings
Meatless Barbecue Cauliflower Wings
This Vegan Chicken Wings Recipe Swaps Poultry for Vegetables
With the upcoming Super Bowl, consumers are gearing up to enjoy all the staple comfort foods and this alternative take on the classic spicy barbecue chicken wings recipe offers a version that is... MORE

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