# Beet-Based Condiments This Organic Spread is a Healthy Alternative to Tomato Ketchup By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-09-11 | Updated 2015-09-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Organic-Spread References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1246821584/organic-beet-ketchup-0?ref=category) & [thebeetlady](http://thebeetlady.com/) 'The Beet Lady' recently launched a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buddee) campaign to produce an organic spread that serves as a [healthy alternative to tomato ketchup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomatcha-ketchup). While ketchup is a beloved condiment, many consumers are allergic to tomatoes or suffer from inflammatory conditions that prevent them from consuming the ingredient. The Beet Lady offers a tomato-free way to dress up different dishes. The 'Organic Beet Ketchup' is made from a combination of beets, coconut sugar, red wine vinegar, onions and garlic. The organic spread is high in vitamins A, B and C, as well as rich in potassium, iron and manganese. Beets are also known to lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health, making this condiment a healthy option. While the flavor is slightly different than tomato ketchup, the beet-based spread can be used on many of the same dishes. For those who are allergic to tomatoes or simply trying to find a healthy condiment, Organic Beet Ketchup is a perfect alternative. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 47% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthy Condiment Alternatives:** The rise of organic beet-based condiments provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for the condiment industry to offer healthier alternatives to traditional options. - **Tomato Allergy Solutions:** The development of tomato-free condiments, such as organic beet ketchup, opens up opportunities for the food industry to cater to the needs of consumers with tomato allergies. - **Nutritional Benefits of Beets:** The increasing awareness of beets' health benefits in condiment form creates a space for innovation within the health and wellness industry to explore other ways to incorporate this nutritious ingredient. ### Who This Affects Most - **Condiment:** The condiment industry can capitalize on the demand for healthier options by introducing beet-based alternatives, such as organic beet ketchup. - **Food:** The food industry has an opportunity to diversify its condiment offerings and cater to consumers with tomato allergies by developing more tomato-free spreads, sauces, and dressings. - **Health and Wellness:** The health and wellness industry can explore the use of beets as a nutritious ingredient in various products, including condiments, to meet the growing demand for healthier food options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Health-Focused Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthfocused-condiments.md) - [Tomato-Free Sauce Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomatofree-sauce.md) - [Digestion-Friendly Ketchups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digestion-friendly-ketchup.md) - [Free-From Ketchup Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-tomato-ketchup-zero.md) - [Beet Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beet-jerky.md) - [Veggie-Sweetened Mustard Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-mustard.md) - [Free-From Condiment Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelfstable-condiments.md) - [Kid-Friendly Organic Ketchup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-ketchup.md) - [Banana Ketchup Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tomato-free-ketchup.md)