American grocery chain Albertsons announced that it is expanding its private label Open Nature brand with 12 new plant-based products, ranging from shredded cheese and yogurt to oat and almond ice cream. The new offerings join Open Nature’s existing selection of plant-based foods and are now available at Albertsons supermarkets and its banner stores, including Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco and ACME.
“We want to make sure our customers have a variety of options, high-quality products and thoughtfully selected ingredients.”
According to Albertsons, Open Nature offers consumers delicious food that is made with carefully selected ingredients that do not contain unnecessary additives. New plant-based additives include:
- free milk Coconut yogurt In vanilla, strawberry, raspberry and mango flavors.
- non dairy cream cheese Among the roots and chives and onions.
- non dairy Shredded cheese A mozzarella and cheddar blend.
- Oat Frozen Desserts Vanilla Bean, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip and Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel flavors.
- Almond frozen dessert Cherry Maximum Fuzz in Moose Track and Caramel Macchiato flavors.
A better option for you
The new offerings add to Open Nature’s existing plant-based portfolio, which includes almond milks, dairy-free buttery spreads and protein powders.
“Research shows that more Americans are adopting good-for-you eating patterns as a way to protect their long-term health and prevent future health conditions,” said Brandon Brown, SVP of Own Brands at The Albertsons Company.
He added, “As we continue to innovate and grow our portfolio, we want to ensure our customers have a variety of options, high quality products and thoughtfully selected ingredients at affordable prices. The expansion of our Open Nature offerings demonstrates an ongoing commitment to supporting the health and well-being of our neighbors and communities.”