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May 4, 2026GastronomyOpen Access

Integrating Insect Ingredients into Familiar Foods: Consumer Acceptance of a Hybrid Insect-Based Ready Meal

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MFMilan Mateus FernandesLRLeocardia RangaMDMaria Dermiki

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Overview

Randomized trial explores consumer acceptance of insect-based pasta meals, indicating potential for increased market viability.

Key Points

  • This study aims to assess consumer acceptance of insect-based ingredients in familiar food products and the influence of labeling on purchase intent.
  • 59 participants tested pasta-only and pasta-with-sauce samples with and without insects during sensory evaluation.
  • Preference ratings were analyzed for significant differences between insect and control samples.
  • Open-ended feedback was collected to identify key drivers of acceptance and labeling preferences.
  • No significant preference differences were found between insect and control pasta samples (p = 0.150 for pasta only, p = 0.193 for pasta with sauce).
  • Clear allergen and ingredient labeling with nutrition logos significantly enhanced purchase intent.
  • Benefit-focused price framing related to protein and sustainability significantly increased willingness to pay (p < 0.001).

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Fernandes et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f837f53ed186a7399823fahttps://doi.org/10.3390/gastronomy4020009
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