# Fava Bean-Filled Taco Ingredients Upton's Naturals Has Released Vegan 'Fava Taco Style Crumbles' By Colin Smith | Published 2022-02-01 | Updated 2022-02-17 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-taco-style-crumbles References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2022/uptons-naturals-launches-fava-taco-style-crumbles/) & [uptonsnaturals](https://www.uptonsnaturals.com/)  Upton's Naturals has debuted its newest all-vegan 'Fava Taco Style Crumbles.' These are crumbled fava beans, which are a protein-dense plant that functions as a [meat supplement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitatex-wheat-fava-flakes-svp-pro). Additionally, fava beans are low in both fat and calories despite their high nutrient content. The Fava Taco Style Crumbles only need to be heated up to become a perfect way of adding a healthy crunch to a [vegan taco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heura-tex-mex-chunks). The best way to prepare these crumbles is through pan-frying as this will result in the desired level of crispiness. On top of this, Upton's Naturals adds a custom blend of [taco seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oat-milk-taco-blend-seasoned-shreds) to bring a familiar flavor to the crumbles, which mimic the texture of slow-cooked ground beef. Image Credit: Upton's Naturals ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Meat Alternative Ingredients:** Plant-based meat substitutes are an innovative way for consumer goods companies to reach out to consumers opting for vegan or vegetarian diets - **Vegan Fast Food:** With the rise in demand for vegan fast food options, restaurants and food chains need to update their menus and provide innovative vegan options to increase customer engagement - **Customized Blending Techniques:** Customized blending techniques can provide plant-based meat substitutes with the necessary flavors while retaining the nutrient content. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry needs to innovate and offer healthy and vegan options to increase customer base and engagement. - **Meat Industry:** With the rise in demand for meat alternatives, the meat industry must innovate and invest in research in this space - **Seasoning Industry:** The seasoning industry can provide innovative seasonings to food manufacturers to help them develop vegan and healthy meat alternatives while retaining the taste and flavor profile of traditional meat products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fava-Based Packaged Tofus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-tofu.md) - [Shelf-Stable Plant-Based Taco Fillings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-birria.md) - [Frozen Seasoned Tofu Crumbles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-seasoned-tofu-crumbles.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mofaux-taco.md) - [Bean-Powered Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-pasta.md) - [Creamy Fava Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sensus-america.md) - [Vegan-Friendly QSR Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-crunchwrap.md) - [Bean-Based Meat Replacement Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitatex-wheat-fava-flakes-svp-pro.md) - [Fava Bean Protein Isolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/favapro.md)