Ikea, the furniture retailer known for its Swedish meatballs, is working on a new version of the food made from 'plant based alternative proteins'
The furniture retailer known for its Swedish meatballs is working on a new version of the food that"looks and tastes like meat but is made from plant based alternative proteins," it said Thursday. Ultimately, Ikea wants to sell the plant-based meatball at all of its restaurants worldwide. Demand for plant-based protein alternatives is heating up as consumers seek out healthier diets and more ways to reduce their environmental footprints.
Read MoreIkea plans to start testing out a new meatless meatball next year.Meanwhile, Impossible Foods, which sells plant-based protein designed to taste and look like meat when cooked to restaurants, is struggling to keep up with increased demand for its product. Earlier this week — soon after Burger King said it plans to roll out an Impossible Whopper nationwide — the company said it was experiencing a shortage because of increased interest.
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