# Cauliflower-Based Enchilada Bakes The Vegetable Enchilada Bake by Cali'flour Foods is Gluten-Free By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-02-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/enchilada-bake References: [newhope](https://www.newhope.com/products-and-trends/natural-products-expo-west-trend-preview-freezer-classics-revamped/gallery?slide=2) & [califlourfoods](https://www.califlourfoods.com/) Cali’flour Foods, known for its cauliflower pizzas, crusts and flatbread products, is expanding into the creation of [ready-to-heat frozen entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotisserie-chicken-enchilada) like the Vegetable Enchilada Bake. This vegetable-packed meal prominently features cauliflower, along with other nourishing ingredients like black beans, mushrooms, zucchini, garlic and a cheese blend. Prepared with [cauliflower tortillas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mission-zero-net-carbs-spinach-tortillas), the bake promises to appeal to those who want a quick and easy weeknight meal. Beyond offering convenience, the meal has the potential to satisfy consumers who are concerned about [grain-free and gluten-free eating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carbonaut-pizzas) or limiting the number of carbs they eat in a day in accordance with a specific diet. The Vegetable Enchilada Bake can be prepared in about five minutes and for meat-eaters, Cali’flour Foods also offers a version of the product made with chicken. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Cauliflower-based Frozen Entrees:** Opportunity for brands to cater to consumers seeking healthy and convenient frozen meal options with cauliflower-based ingredients. - **Grain-free and Gluten-free Eating:** Potential for businesses to tap into the growing market of consumers who follow grain-free and gluten-free diets by offering innovative and delicious alternatives. - **Low-carb Meal Solutions:** Disruptive innovation potential in creating low-carb meal options that provide convenience and taste without compromising on health. ### Who This Affects Most - **Frozen Food:** Opportunity for frozen food brands to incorporate cauliflower-based products into their offerings and stand out in the market. - **Health Food:** Potential for health food stores and brands to offer a variety of grain-free and gluten-free alternatives for consumers who follow specialized diets. - **Convenience Food:** Opportunity for convenience food brands to develop innovative, low-carb meal options that cater to busy individuals looking for quick and healthy meal solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stuffed Cauliflower Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-bite.md) - [Frozen Vegetarian Enchiladas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetable-cheese-enchiladas.md) - [Plant-Based Pizza Crusts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richs-gluten-free-seasoned-cauliflower-pizza-crust.md) - [Gluten-Free White Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-white-pizza.md) - [Nutritious Free-From Snack Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caulitos.md) - [Frozen Cauliflower Crust Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-uncured-pepperoni-pizza.md) - [Cauliflower-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozzarella-style-sticks.md) - [Three-Ingredient Veggie Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-pasta.md) - [Protein-Rich Frozen Cauliflower Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-choice-flatbread-pizzas.md)