# Fava-Based Packaged Tofus Big Mountain Foods Launched a First-of-its-Kind Tofu with Fava Beans By Colin Smith | Published 2022-06-15 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-tofu References: [vegconomist](https://vegconomist.com/food-and-beverage/meat-and-fish-alternatives/tofu-made-with-fava-beans/) & [compassfoods](https://www.compassfoods.ca/product/big-mountain-foods-soy-free-tofu-340g/5866?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false)  'Big Mountain Foods,' the Canadian food manufacturer, launched a new line of soy-free, fava bean tofu. This first-of-its-kind offering is a landmark product for the tofu industry as it boasts 95% more protein than leading soy-based tofu brands while retaining its firm, iconic texture. The fava bean tofu is made with 100% fava beans and is available in two flavors: smoked and regular. The smoked variety has an enhanced flavor over the original for fans who are drawn to stronger, more savory flavor profiles. The company sought to create a soy-free tofu in order to provide a vegetarian protein supplement that includes fibers, vitamins, and minerals, without including some of the common downsides of soy, such as GMOs, allergies, or unethical practices. The Big Mountain Foods soy-free tofu made out of 100% fava beans can be purchased online from [Compass Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Compass-Group), as well as from various third-party retailers, at an MSRP of $4.87 CAD, or approximately $3.50 USD. Image Credit: Big Mountain Foods ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 75% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fava Bean-based Protein:** The emergence of fava bean-based protein is an opportunity for food manufacturers to offer a soy-free and nutritious alternative protein source. - **Healthier Meat Alternatives:** Creating meat alternatives with fava beans opens doors for the development of healthier and more sustainable protein options. - **Soy-free Food Products:** The market for soy-free food products is growing, providing opportunities for food manufacturers to cater to an increasingly health-conscious and ethically-minded consumer base. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can leverage fava beans to create innovative and healthier meat and tofu products. - **Vegetarian and Vegan Products:** The fava bean-based tofu presents an opportunity for vegetarian and vegan product makers to provide an even broader range of healthy alternatives. - **Organic and Non-gmo Foods:** As more consumers seek organic and non-GMO food options, fava bean-based products provide an opportunity for retailers to meet customer demands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chickpea-Based Tofus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omami.md) - [Chickpea-Based Tofu Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omami-chickpea-tofu.md) - [Creamy Fava Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensus-america.md) - [Fava Bean Protein Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-protein-isolate.md) - [Flavor-Packed Tofu Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofoo-co-marinated.md) - [Fava Bean-Filled Taco Ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-taco-style-crumbles.md) - [Fava Bean Protein Isolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/favapro.md) - [Crowd-Pleasing Marinated Tofus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tofoo-co-marinated-tofu.md) - [Regionally Flavored Meatless Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-tofoo-co-2.md)