# Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches Native Foods' Just Debuted the New Chicken Fajita Cheesesteak By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-05-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-fajita-cheesesteak References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/native-foods-launches-spring-menu) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/NativeFoods/photos/10159911057445909)  Spring has clearly sprung over at [Native Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-sandwich) with the launch of a fresh Spring Menu that includes mount-watering new dishes like the Chicken Fajita Cheesesteak and the Wasabi Crabcake Sandwich. For spring 2022, the vegan fast-casual brand Native Foods has launched a creative new menu that takes inspiration from the bold colors of springtime. Newly appointed Executive Chef for Native Foods, Chris Bertke, explains, "It's unique for us to have a menu that changes as the seasons change because most fast-casual restaurant concepts lack that elevated aspect to their menu." One of the standouts from the new menu is the Chicken Fajita Cheesesteak, which offers a plant-based twist on both fajitas and a classic cheesesteak sandwich. More specifically, this sandwich consists of [plant-based chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-meat-chicken), plant-based cheese sauce, bell peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro, and chipotle sauce – all served on a toasted baguette. Image Credit: Native Foods ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 12% - 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 - **Plant-based Fast Food:** There is a growing trend toward offering plant-based options on fast food menus, allowing customers to make healthier and more environmentally friendly choices. - **Seasonal Menu Offerings:** Introducing seasonal menu items can add an aspect of novelty and excitement for customers, generating repeat business and positive brand association. - **Innovative Twists on Classic Dishes:** Reimagining traditional dishes with plant-based ingredients allows for a wider variety of dietary options and can attract a more health-conscious customer base. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Food:** Fast food restaurants have an opportunity to attract a larger customer base by offering plant-based options on their menus. - **Restaurant:** Seasonal menu offerings can drive traffic and increase revenue for restaurants, especially those looking to differentiate themselves from competitors. - **Food Manufacturing:** Creating innovative plant-based alternatives to classic dishes can position food manufacturing companies as leaders in the evolving food industry and capture market share. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-beef-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Rib Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-veggrib.md) - [Plant-Based French Dip Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-french-dip.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Cuban Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-cubano-sandwich.md) - [Plant-based Steak Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chimichurri-steak-bowl.md) - [Plant-Based Vietnamese Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-foods.md) - [Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-bbq-pulled-pork-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Tuna Melts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-foods-tuna-melt.md)