Micro-SaaS for sale
Recipe scanner that flags hidden allergens instantly
Scan recipes to spot hidden allergens before you cook and stay safe every meal
Overview
Allergy sufferers today face constant risks from hidden ingredients in recipes online and in cookbooks — too many recipes lack clear allergen warnings, causing anxiety and limiting safe choices. This app scans ingredients lists and flags potential allergens immediately, helping users cook confidently without tedious label checks. With rising food allergies and DIY cooking trends, users need a reliable daily tool to scan recipes before shopping or cooking for peace of mind.This is a Micro-SaaS concept bespoke build offered by Pixelswithin.
Imagine skipping the build and jumping straight to the buzz of an app people already want.
When you book this project, Pixelswithin will design, brand, and build out the full platform for you. The listed project quote is the cost to bring this idea to life — from concept to launch-ready product.
What this listing comes with.
Deliverables when you book this build:
- 🏷️ Brand
- 🌐 .com
- 🍽️ UI kit
- 💻 Frontend build
- 📊 Backend API
Projected Expenses
API calls for ingredient scanning and allergen database updates (~$1,200/year), hosting and storage for recipe scans (~$600/year), SSL certificate and domain (~$150/year)
Business Model
Offer a 14-day free trial to demonstrate immediate value in allergen detection, then a simple monthly subscription ($5/month) for unlimited scans; individual plan with optional family upgrade to share allergen profiles and scans across members for $8/month
Target Audience
Cautious home cooks who manage food allergies but want to enjoy diverse recipes without fear of hidden allergens
Top SEO Keywords
- allergen recipe scanner
- hidden allergen alert
- safe cooking app
- food allergy scanner
- recipe allergen detector
Growth Opportunity
Food allergies are rising globally, and online recipe platforms rarely address hidden allergens clearly, fueling urgent demand in forums like Reddit’s allergy communities and TikTok allergy safety influencers. This tool taps into growing DIY cooking and health-conscious trends, carving a defensible niche by focusing on proactive allergen detection, not just reactive alerts. With targeted execution, it meets a critical unserved need for safe cooking guidance in an increasingly allergen-aware market.
Project Quote Reasoning
This bespoke software product design & development project covers:
- Brand & design package
- Core backend build & hosting setup
- Launch-ready frontend
- Secure and scalable backend API
The investment pays off quickly compared to typical agency rates, and creates an asset that can be scaled with user feedback.
Competitors
Apps like Yummly offer allergen filters but often miss hidden or cross-contaminated ingredients; major recipe platforms lack instant allergen scanning at ingredient level. This idea specializes in quick, precise hidden allergen detection in any recipe text, filling a market gap for allergy safety beyond basic filters.
Recommended Tech Stack
Frontend: SvelteKit, Backend: Node.js with Express, Runtime: AWS Lambda for scalable scanning, Hosting: Vercel, Storage: AWS S3 for scanned recipe data
What Other Founders Are Saying
Testimonials from Pixelswithin clients:
You have made a massive difference to my businesses. I no longer worry about design & development and instead can focus solely on what I do best.
Sogro (Reached $1 million ARR)
I really enjoyed working with you. Your design skills are amazing and I’m very pleased with the results. We’ve seen a great response in terms of metrics.
Katacoda (Acquired by O’Reilly Media)
$5,000
Project Quote
Main Stats
Market-validated
Launch in 4 weeks
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