# Herbaceous Buckwheat Crackers Maine Crisp Olive & Za'atar Buckwheat Crackers are Plant-Based By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-07-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buckwheat-crackers References: [snackandbakery](https://www.snackandbakery.com/articles/109362-maine-crisp-company-debuts-olive-and-zaatar-crisps) & [mainecrisp](https://www.mainecrisp.com/)  The Maine Crisp Olive & Za'atar Buckwheat Crackers are the newest flavor being added to the company's product portfolio that will provide snackers with a delicious option to satisfy cravings. The crackers are crafted with a plant-based recipe that's also Kosher, non-GMO and [gluten-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miltons-gluten-free-crackers) to give them a [free-from recipe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/habeya) that's suited for a wide range of dietary restrictions. The crackers are characterized by their [savory flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pep-lekker-savory-biscuits) that includes balsamic vinegar and organic honey in the recipe to make them well-suited for dipping into hummus or topped with whipped feta and smoked fish. Founder and Chief Product Officer Karen Getz spoke on the Maine Crisp Olive & Za'atar Buckwheat Crackers saying, "Since we had already adapted our crisp recipe to be dairy-free, I had the freedom to be really creative with a new flavor profile. I love pairing cheese with olives, which sparked an idea to create a crisp that complements salty and savory notes with the bright herbs of za’atar. The nutty buckwheat base is rounded out with sesame and almonds for a rich tasting experience.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 17% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 Snacks:** The rise in demand for plant-based snacks presents an opportunity for companies to develop innovative and delicious options like Maine Crisp's herbaceous buckwheat crackers. - **Free-from Recipes:** The popularity of dietary restrictions and food sensitivities creates a market for free-from recipes like Maine Crisp's gluten-free and non-GMO buckwheat crackers. - **Creative Flavor Profiles:** Consumers' desire for unique and adventurous flavors opens up possibilities for companies to experiment with ingredients, as seen in Maine Crisp's olive and za'atar buckwheat crackers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Snack Food:** The snack food industry can capitalize on the growing demand for healthier and more diverse snack options, exemplified by Maine Crisp's plant-based buckwheat crackers. - **Gluten-free Foods:** The gluten-free food industry has an opportunity to cater to the increasing number of individuals adopting gluten-free diets, as demonstrated by Maine Crisp's gluten-free buckwheat crackers. - **Specialty Food:** The specialty food industry can tap into the market of consumers seeking unique and gourmet products, as showcased by Maine Crisp's creative flavor profile in their buckwheat crackers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Satiating Plant-Based Snack Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-cracker-crisps.md) - [Piquant Free-From Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/all-seed-crackers.md) - [Free-From Cracker Thins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/free-from-cracker.md) - [Free-From Protein-Rich Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/every-body-eat-crispbread-crackers.md) - [Cheesy Plant-Based Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-crackers.md) - [Flavor-Packed Mediterranean Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/firehook-crackers.md) - [Plant-Based Protein Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-wheat-protein-crackers.md) - [Small-Batch Gluten-Free Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/once-again-graham-crackers.md) - [Crispy Hybrid Snack Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-salt-pretzel-snackers.md)