Most of the nights, when there is no idli or dosa batter in fridge…I end up thinking what’s in breakfast tomorrow…Fixing up a complete breakfast which is nutritious, filling, yummy and less time consuming is what most of us look for these days. If you are a working mom or a house wife or say a bachelor….fixing up a healthy and filling breakfast everyday will be quite a challenge….and above all this, how often we stand in the kitchen in the early morning scratching our heads to give healthy twist to the regular breakfast recipes…..I know it’s rare….right??? Doing a thorough research on the consumer needs and keeping in mind of the urban lifestyle…..PepsiCo India has launched Quaker Nutri Foods and Tropicana Essentials.
Quaker Nutri Foods have come up with ready to cook healthier version of most loved South Indian Breakfast recipes like Idli, Dosa, Upma and Khichdi. These Quaker Nutri Foods South Indian breakfasts are packed with 40-56% of goodness of Oats, which supply dietary fiber, protein and selenium which indeed helps to support immune function of our body ensuring an enjoyable taste experience.
The new range includes Quaker Nutri Idli, Quaker Nutri Dosa, Quaker Nutri Upma and Quaker Nutri Khichdi, starting at INR. 40 (for 40g). These all-new Quaker Nutri-Foods pack will be available in 40g and 150g packs across traditional and modern trade stores as well as online platforms.
Tropicana Essentials is a delicious range of functional juices that have been created skilfully to address deficiencies in Indian urban diets and lifestyles. Tropicana, the world’s known brand today introduced its first variant Tropicana Essentials – Fruits & Veggies, with Vitamin A&C without any added sugar.
Tropicana Essentials is available at stores and online at INR.30 for 200 ml pack and Rs.75 for a 500 ml pack.
Speaking about the expansion, Deepika Warrier, Vice President, Nutrition Category – PepsiCo India said, “With the launch of Quaker Nutri Foods and Tropicana Essentials, we are moving forward with our vision to become the nutrition partners in every consumer’s journey towards a healthier lifestyle. The urban Indian consumer is evolving and so are their daily nutritional needs. At the same time, consumers seek a familiar taste experience. So we took popular breakfast recipes like Idli, Dosa and Upma and added a significant portion of Quaker oats to give consumers the added nutrition benefits of wholegrains.
Now no need to scratch your head to come up with a nutritious recipe which is good in taste too…or toil yourself squeezing and whizzing to pulp out juices……Just grab Quaker Nutri Foods and Tropicana Essentials to give great and healthy start to your day….Eat Healthy and Stay Fit….
Iqra Asad says
If they are truly delivering what they say then this will be an important addition to the healthy foods available in the market. Interesting that they decided to cater to desi foods!
Farah Abdulah says
Wow. Interesting. I’m always a fan of Indian foods. I love idli and dosai myself…
Jameela says
I love dosa. I had it at the markets here. It’ll be interesting to try it with oats! I wonder how that would taste like.
Maryam says
Interesting concept to add desi foods to it. Looks like it will reach a wider audience of people health conscious.
muslimah says
Sounds yummy will have to look into this thanks for sharing
breharne says
wow I’d never heard of these breakfast dishes before. But I would love to try them out!
janetkozak says
Good to see that major brands are catering to the needs and tastes of new markets. These are certainly a preferable option compared to sugary breakfast cereals, and more convenient for busy families.
Muslim Mummy says
Never heard of dosa! Yes trying to figure out a healthy breakfast every day that the kids like can be hard!
mymodernhejab says
Very interesting idea! It’s great they are working to accommodate and reach more people. I’ll be waiting for Quaker Falafel mix!