Annie’s Naturals Introduces Two New Dressing Flavors


Organic Maple Ginger and Lite Italian Debut at Expo West

 

Napa, Calif. (March 9, 2007)–After months of testing in her Vermont farmhouse kitchen, Annie’s Naturals co-founder and product developer Annie Christopher has created two vibrant new flavors.  Just in time for the 2007 salad season, Annie’s Naturals adds certified organic Maple Ginger Dressing and Lite Italian Dressing with Garlic and Herbs to its line of tantalizing dressing offerings.

 

Inspired by the abundance of rich Vermont maple syrup, Annie’s certified organic Maple Ginger Dressing combines the tang of balsamic vinegar with real maple syrup. Ginger and Dijon mustard round out this unique mixture of flavors that is sure to please the palate. 

 

“With its distinctive zesty flavor, Maple Ginger Dressing will inspire many uses — it’s a perfect marinade for chicken or tofu, livens up grilled winter squash, and is fabulous brushed over kebobs,” said Annie.  “Of course, it’s also a luscious topper for any green salad!”

 

Responding to the growing demand for “light” dressing options, Lite Italian Dressing with Garlic and Herbs offers 50% less fat and 40% fewer calories than traditional Italian dressings. 

 

“I used a traditional combination of garlic, basil and oregano to provide a full-bodied Italian flavor that is light in fat and calories,” Annie said.  “Red wine vinegar, onions and a touch of lemon also help to bring the essence of an Italian market to any table.” 

 

Whether tossed in a simple salad of green beans and plum tomatoes, used as a marinade for vegetables, or served as a dipping sauce for steamed artichokes, Lite Italian Dressing provides a burst of healthy flavor.

 

Certified organic Maple Ginger Dressing is available in an 8-ounce size for a suggested retail price of $3.49.  Lite Italian Dressing with Garlic and Herbs is available in a 16-ounce bottle for a suggested retail price of $4.89. Both dressings are gluten-free, soy-free, dairy free and vegan.  The complete line of Annie’s Naturals salad dressings and condiments is available nationally at natural food stores, supermarket chains, and specialty grocery stores.

 

About Annie’s Naturals
Founded in 1984 by culinary innovator Annie Christopher, Annie’s Naturals offers 30 deliciously uniquely salad dressing flavors and 13 condiments, including mustards, marinades, BBQ sauces, and ketchup.  Annie’s Naturals is the best-selling line of dressings and condiments in the natural food market, and is distributed in the United States, Canada, Western Europe and Korea.  Annie’s Naturals is a subsidiary of Homegrown Naturals, makers of Annie’s Homegrown, Fantastic World Foods, and Consorzio.  For more information, visit the company website at www.AnniesNaturals.com, or call (800) 288-1089.