Green Isle study unveils insight into changing trends in family meal prep
Green Isle conducted a recent survey of family meal habits to see what changing trends are occurring.
As they launch three delicious and convenient vegetable sides, Green Isle wanted to see what challenges and preferences home cooks face across the country.
The survey has shown that while the majority of families (73%) cook meals from scratch at home 4 or more times a week, time pressure remains a significant barrier to preparing family meals more often. Over half (57%) of people explained that a lack of time is the main obstacle, with nearly half (49%) admitting that finding meal inspiration and catering to fussy eaters also pose challenges.
Despite these hurdles, 96% of participants said they would cook more often if meal prep time could be halved, highlighting the growing demand for quicker, more convenient cooking solutions.
Green Isle has found the solution to this problem with their three new delicious vegetable sides. Choose from Ready Roasted Vegetables with Lightly Seasoned Potato, Penne Pasta and Vegetables with a Light Italian-Style Seasoning and Ready Chargrilled Vegetables with Lightly Seasoned Potato to help you save time, while also being able to serve up nutritious and delicious meals that the whole family will love.
Ready Roasted Vegetables with Lightly Seasoned Potato
This tasty combination includes roasted broccoli, peppers, onions, courgette, and potato, making it an easy way to create a satisfying midweek dinner. With no prep required, it’s ready in just 7-10 minutes, perfect in the air fryer and ideal for those looking to serve up a nutritious family meal in no time.
Penne Pasta and Vegetables with a Light Italian-Style Seasoning
Combining carrot, sweetcorn, broccoli, peppers, and penne pasta with a light Italian-style seasoning, this pasta and vegetable option is easy to prepare and so convenient. Ideal for all the family and fussy eaters. Simply pan fry for 7-10 minutes and enjoy!
Ready Chargrilled Vegetables with Lightly Seasoned Potato
A delicious combination of chargrilled courgette, aubergine, peppers and potato seasoned to perfection. Ideal to add to your favourite pasta dish, soup or any evening meal. Simply pan fry for 7-10 minutes or perfect in the air fryer.
Green Isle ambassador and mum of two, Derval O’Rourke, praised the new range, saying, “As a busy mum, I always choose Green Isle. Their fruit and vegetables are picked at their peak and frozen at their freshest, locking in nutrition. I need good food that’s quick, and with Green Isle, goodness has never been so handy.”
Mairéad Walsh, Green Isle’s Marketing Manager, commented to add, “We know how hectic family life can be, and we’re delighted to offer new solutions that take the stress out of mealtimes. Responding to consumer feedback, we have been working hard to perfect our new range of vegetable sides which are all about saving time without compromising on flavour or nutrition. With no chopping, peeling, or slicing needed, parents can feel proud serving up delicious, wholesome meals that the whole family will enjoy.”
Green Isle’s new range is now available in freezer aisles of supermarkets nationwide, retailing at €4.00 per pack.