# Soy-Based Lasagna Sheets These Noodles Have More Protein, Fewer Carbs and Cook in 20 Minutes By Tommy Le | Published 2017-01-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-innovation References: [gafell](https://www.gafell.com/collections/bean-pasta/products/lasagna-sheets-from-soybeans) & [gafell](https://www.gafell.com/collections/bean-pasta/products/lasagna-sheets-from-soybeans) These lasagna sheets introduce a brand new food innovation for pasta lovers. Gafell recently launched lasagna sheets made from organic soybeans, blowing traditional lasagna sheets out of the water with [four times the protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangle-protein-pasta), 6.5 times the fiber and four times less carbs. They are [naturally gluten-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banza-1), made from organic non-GMO beans and make for delicate and yummy baked lasagna dishes. Because the sheets are much thinner than wheat lasagna sheets, there is no need to pre-boil, pre-soak the oven-ready sheets; they bake in just half the time it takes for a traditional lasagna to cook. The innovative Gafell lasagna sheets made from soybeans won Best New Product at the prestigious PAPA (Pizza, Pasta & Italian Food Association) Awards in 2016. Several ready-made frozen meal companies have shown interest in the product, so keep an eye out on the ingredient lists of your favorite [store-bought frozen lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-pasta-meals) in the years ahead. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Soy-based Pasta Alternatives:** Innovative alternatives to traditional pasta that are higher in protein, fiber, and lower in carbs for health-conscious consumers who still crave pasta dishes. - **Organic, Non-gmo Products:** Growing demand for organic, non-GMO products in the food industry creates an opportunity for companies to create similar soy-based products. - **Convenience Products:** Ready-made meals with soy-based pasta alternatives that are quicker and easier to prepare than traditional lasagna noodles. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Industry:** Innovations in the food industry such as soy-based pasta alternatives make it possible to cater to changing consumer demands for health and convenience. - **Frozen Food Industry:** Frozen meal companies can use soy-based lasagna sheets to create healthier, organic, and non-GMO options for their customers seeking more nutritious ready-made meal options. - **Health Food Industry:** Companies in the health food industry can incorporate soy-based lasagna sheets into their product line to offer consumers healthier and higher protein options for pasta dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Carb Linguini Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leanguini.md) - [High-Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-pasta.md) - [Protein-Forward Pasta Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-pastas.md) - [Legume-Based Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lupini-bean-pastas.md) - [Wholesome Vegan Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-lasagnas.md) - [Free-From Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-pasta.md) - [Lupini Bean Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lupini-bean-pasta.md) - [Bean-Powered Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fava-bean-pasta.md) - [Premium Plant-Based Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-lasagna.md)