# Low-Calorie Bean Dips Cuenza's Fava Bean Dips are Touted as the "Spicy Cousin of Hummus" By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-11-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-dip References: [fabnews.live](https://fabnews.live/cuzena-so-fava-so-good/) & [cuzena](http://www.cuzena.com/) Cuenza makes [savory fava bean dips and spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-free-dips) that aim to challenge the [popularity of hummus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mezete). These premium dips are described as the "spicy cousin of hummus," and are available in varieties like Garlic & Coriander, Carmelised Onion and Fiery Chilli, each of which can be enjoyed hot or cold. These [bean-based products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanvivo) are naturally high in protein and fiber, as well as vitamins and minerals. In comparison to hummus, the fava bean dips are about 75% lower in calories, as well as vegan-friendly and gluten-free. The versatile savory dips and spreads have the potential to enhance a range of snacks and meals, as they can be used as not just sandwich fillings but also sauces. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 34% | Activity: 9% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Alternative Bean Spreads:** Create bean-based spreads that challenge the popularity of hummus with unique flavors and lower calorie options. - **Healthy Snack Enhancements:** Develop versatile dips and spreads that can be used to enhance a range of snacks and meals, providing healthier options. - **Plant-based Protein Innovation:** Explore the potential of fava beans and other plant-based ingredients to create high-protein and low-calorie alternatives to traditional products. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Create new bean-based dips and spreads that disrupt the hummus market and cater to the demand for healthier snack options. - **Health and Wellness:** Promote the health benefits of fava bean-based dips as a low-calorie, vegan-friendly, and gluten-free alternative to traditional spreads, targeting health-conscious consumers. - **Plant-based Food:** Innovate in the plant-based food industry by using fava beans and other plant-based ingredients to create protein-rich and nutritious dips and spreads, expanding the options available to vegan and vegetarian consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Lentil Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maazah.md) - [Nutritious Bean-Based Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tarwi-foods.md) - [Bean Brand Hummus Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-beanz-houmouz.md) - [Bean-Powered Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-pasta.md) - [Functional Hummus Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-hummus.md) - [Clean-Label Vegetable Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-dip.md) - [Fava Bean-Filled Taco Ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-taco-style-crumbles.md) - [Sweet Pickle Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-dip.md) - [Naturally Fermented Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/live-cultured-dips.md)