Freeze-dried Treko meals: an ideal solution for adventurers?

When it comes to outdoor food, it is difficult to strike a balance between practicality, taste and nutritional quality. Treko, a Quebec company specializing in freeze-dried meals, promises tasty, eco-responsible and easy-to-prepare solutions. After testing several of their products, here’s my detailed opinion.

Presentation of Treko

Treko stands out for a unique approach: to offer 100% vegan meals, made with local ingredients, and designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts. Their range includes lunches, main meals and snacks, all freeze-dried to maximize lightness and shelf life.

But do these meals really keep their promises?

I tested three emblematic Treko meals:

Couscous Adventur

Preparation: Ultra simple, simply add hot or cold water and wait about 8 minutes.
Taste: Pleasantly surprising. The seasoning is well balanced, the tempeh provides a good texture and the chickpeas give a satiating side.
Note: (4/5)⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – A tasty and nourishing dish, but perhaps a little too light for very long hikes.

Soupe aux pois Boréale

Preparation: Easy, even without boiling water.
Taste: A beautiful vegan revisit of the classic Quebec. Creamy and well spicy, she recalls a homemade meal.
Note: (5/5) – Perfect for a comforting break in kind.

Chile without limit

Preparation: Similar to other dishes in the range.
Taste: Very satisfying for a lyophilised dish. The mixture of spices and crispines gives character.
Note: (4/5) – A good spicy dish, but deserves a slightly larger portion.

Strengths

Ease of preparation – Perfect for hikers and campers who do not want to waste time.
Authentic taste – The dishes are well seasoned, with varied textures.
Vegan and local options – A sustainable and eco-responsible approach.
Lightness and long shelf life – Ideal for adventures of several days.

Areas for improvement

Sometimes fair – For long expeditions, you have to supplement with snacks.

Final verdict: Treko, a good choice?

Undoubtedly, Treko is an excellent option for adventurers looking for convenient, nutritious and tasty meals. The ecological commitment and quality of ingredients make it an interesting alternative to conventional lyophilised meals.