# Plant-based Steak Bowls Native Foods Has a New Vegan-Friendly Chimichurri Steak Bowl By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2022-08-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chimichurri-steak-bowl References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/native-foods-next-chefs-special-chimichurri-steak-bowl)  With the launch of its new Chimichurri Steak Bowl, it's clear that Native Foods is not skimping on flavor this summer. The new Chimichurri Steak Bowl is [Native Foods'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-bbq-bowl) latest Chef’s Special and was inspired by a classic South American dish. Native Foods' version consists of [plant-based beef tips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-steakpieces) tossed in a house-made chimichurri sauce and then aired with fried plantains, corn relish, and green goddess dressing, all served on a quinoa brown rice pilaf. The bowl also comes with your choice of side, which can include favorites like as steamed kale with lemon or a premium side like the new garlic parm fries. The new vegan-friendly Chimichurri Steak Bowl is available now at all Native Foods locations from now through until the end of August 2022. Image Credit: Native Foods ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 8% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-based Alternatives:** The rising popularity of plant-based diets presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to develop and market creative plant-based versions of traditional meat dishes such as steak. - **Ethnic-inspired Cuisine:** The incorporation of international flavors and cuisines presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to offer unique menu options and catering to the growing interest in global food experiences. - **Customization:** The trend towards customization in food orders presents a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to offer customers greater control over their meals, including the ability to personalize ingredients and flavors. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Foodservice:** The foodservice industry has an opportunity to cater to the growing number of consumers who are seeking plant-based options and global flavors in their meals. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturing companies have an opportunity to develop new products and ingredients to cater to the demand for plant-based and global cuisine. - **Food Retail:** Food retailers have an opportunity to stock and market products that cater to customers who prioritize healthy eating and plant-based diets. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan Barbecue Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/backyard-bbq-bowl.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basic-burger.md) - [Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-fajita-cheesesteak.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-beef-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Entrée Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-entree.md) - [Virtual Vegan Bowl Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-bowls.md) - [Mexican Stew-Inspired Quesadillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-birria-quesadilla.md) - [Pre-Seasoned Plant-Based Steaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-steak-flavors.md)