# Chickpea-Based Yogurts Berrywell's Yogurts Combine Chickpea and Pea Protein and Coconuts By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-04-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berrywell References: [greenqueen.hk](https://www.greenqueen.com.hk/wellme-berrywell-vegan-yogurt/)  Wellme is the Shanghai-based start-up behind Berrywell, a brand of 100% plant-based yogurts made from a blend of [chickpea protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omami-chickpea-tofu), pea protein and coconuts. These better-for-you yogurts are sustainable and more nutritious than their dairy counterparts, plus they are packed with [gut-healthy benefits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gut-friendly-coconut-yogurt). The nutritious chickpea yogurts stand out from other brands that rely on soy protein, and they share a fresh take on classic flavors like Strawberry, Blueberry and Coconut. The plant-based yogurts are not only lactose-free but also free from all major allergens, which makes them particularly appealing to a wide range of snackers. The chickpea-based yogurts came out of the [Big Idea Ventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mars-petcare) accelerator program based on Chinese consumers’ demand for nutritious, immunity-boosting foods without dairy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Plant-based Yogurts:** Big Idea Ventures accelerator program identified the demand for immunity-boosting plant-based yogurts without dairy in China. - **Chickpea and Pea Protein:** Wellme's Berrywell yogurt is based on chickpea and pea protein with coconuts, offering a better-for-you and sustainable alternative to dairy yogurts. - **Allergen-free Snacks:** Wellme's Berrywell yogurt is free from all major allergens and appealing to a wide range of snackers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Alternative Protein Foods:** The growing trend of using chickpea and pea protein in plant-based yogurts indicate significant opportunities for the alternative protein food industry. - **Sustainable Food Packaging:** As consumers opt for more sustainable food options, companies in the food packaging industry can leverage this trend to provide eco-friendly packaging solutions for plant-based yogurts. - **Food Allergy Solutions:** The demand for allergen-free snacks provides a potential market for companies in the food industry to innovate and develop new products that cater to people with food allergies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chickpea Protein Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-yogurt.md) - [Protein-Packed Chickpea Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-yogurts.md) - [Chickpea-Based Yogurt Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chkp-yogurt.md) - [Nourishing Chickpea Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-milk.md) - [Nutritious Chickpea Milks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yofiit.md) - [Coconut Protein Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-protein-yogurt.md) - [Nutrient-Dense Dairy-Free Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairyfree-yogurts.md) - [Chickpea-Based Cheese Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-protein-isolate.md) - [Thick Plant-Powered Yogurts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skyr-protein-coconut.md)