# Squash-Based Pizza Crusts Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Pizza Crust is Low-Carb and Gluten-Free By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-10-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-pizza-crust References: [delish](https://www.delish.com/food-news/a23570854/trader-joes-butternut-squash-pizza-crust/) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/BoZusxHAEsS/?taken-by=traderjoeslist) While cauliflower has become the go-to veggie for gluten-free alternatives, [Trader Joe's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-uncured-pepperoni-pizza) new Butternut Squash Pizza Crust may make you reconsider. Similar to it's popular [cauliflower-based crust](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miltons-pizzas), Trader Joe's new Butternut Squash Pizza Crust is a low-carb, gluten-free pizza crust option. instead of wheat flour, the crust is made from butternut squash, corn flour, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Because of its slightly sweet flavor, Trader Joe's suggests pairing the crust with its [TJ's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/organic-chicken-nuggets) Autumnal Harvest Sauce, TJ's Swiss & Gruyère Shredded Cheese Blend, and a bit of TJ's organic sage for a festival fall take on homemade pizza. Only available for the fall season, Trader Joe's new Butternut Squash Pizza Crust is a welcome substitute for cauliflower crust. Image Credit: *@traderjoeslist.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Low-carb Pizza Crusts:** The popularity of low-carb pizza crust alternatives opens up opportunities for creating innovative and healthy versions using various vegetables. - **Gluten-free Pizza Crusts:** The demand for gluten-free pizza crusts continues to rise, providing scope for the development of unique and flavorful options that cater to various dietary restrictions. - **Seasonal Food Offerings:** The introduction of seasonal food items, like Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Pizza Crust, presents opportunities for businesses to tap into the changing preferences and seasonal trends of consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore new avenues by incorporating alternative vegetable-based pizza crusts into their menu, catering to a wider customer base. - **Health Food:** The health food industry can leverage the demand for low-carb and gluten-free pizza crusts by offering innovative, nutrient-rich alternatives that align with consumer preferences and dietary needs. - **Grocery:** The grocery industry can capitalize on the seasonal food trend by stocking unique and limited-edition items like Trader Joe's Butternut Squash Pizza Crust, attracting customers looking for exclusive and seasonal products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegetarian Squash Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-italian-lasagna.md) - [Frozen Cauliflower Crust Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-uncured-pepperoni-pizza.md) - [Ready-To-Bake Gluten-Free Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-gluten-free-cheese-pizza.md) - [Savory Butternut Squash Tarts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-and-caramelized-onion-tart.md) - [Plant-Based Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richs-gluten-free-seasoned-cauliflower-pizza-crust.md) - [Gluten-Free Cauliflower Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glutenfree-cauliflower-crust-pizza.md) - [Festive Pumpkin-Filled Ravioli](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-pumpkin-ravioli.md) - [Cauliflower-Based Ravioli Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-cheese-ravioli.md) - [Delicious Gluten-Free Pizza Dough](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glutenfree-pizza-dough.md)