Australia: Simplot debuts John West ready-to-eat tuna meal range
The Australian food manufacturer Simplot has expanded its John West range with the introduction of a new ready meal that combines tuna with brown rice and quinoa with other ingredients.
Promoted as being ready in less than 1 minute, the new product is described as a quick and healthy lunch or snack alternative.
“The new range of John West’s Tuna Brown Rice & Quinoa is the perfect whole meal option for people who desire a delicious, healthy meal but don’t have enough time to prepare it,” said Katie Saunders, General Manager Shelf Grocery at Simplot.
“Each serve is packed with protein and offers a healthy carbohydrate alternative, meaning you feel fuller for longer. It’s really simple to prepare and can be eaten straight out of the tub,” she added.
Available in three varieties – Moroccan, Thai Red Curry and Mediterranean – it will be available will be available for purchase in independent supermarkets from April 2015, followed by Coles from May 2015 and Woolworths from November 2015 at an RRP of A$4.39 ($3.35) for a 200g pot.
Source: Australian Food News