# Meatless Barbecue Chicken Wings Gardein Offers Healthy Alternatives to Chicken Wings By Mishal Omar | Published 2017-06-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein References: [gardein](https://gardein.com/products/bbq-wings/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/gardein) Those with various dietary restrictions, along with vegans and vegetarians, will likely take interest in the [Gardein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pea-wheat-plantbased-chickn) brand's barbecue chicken wings. The wings are completely free of meat, dairy and other animal-related products, making them an excellent alternative for those who do not eat meat, or for those who would generally prefer a [more nutritious chicken alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-chicken-pieces). The wings are based in non-genetically engineered soy beans and flavored with a variety of ingredients that include organic cane sugar, sea salt, vinegar, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder and beetroot fiber. They are also offered with a sauce that is based in a tomato puree and flavored with turmeric, paprika, and hickory smoke flavor. Gardein's barbecue chicken wings are ideal for those seeking a more nutritious twist on this classic dish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Meatless Chicken Wings:** Opportunity for companies to develop and market plant-based alternatives to traditional chicken wings. - **Dietary Restrictions:** With the rise of dietary restrictions, there is potential for innovation in creating products that cater to specific dietary needs. - **Alternative Protein:** Exploring alternative protein sources can lead to disruptive innovation in the food industry. ### Where This Applies - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for meatless alternatives by introducing innovative products like meatless barbecue chicken wings. - **Plant-based Food:** The growth of plant-based food industry provides an opportunity to create and market more plant-based alternatives to traditional dishes. - **Catering Services:** Catering services can expand their offerings by incorporating meatless options to meet the needs of diverse dietary preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Boneless Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-boneless-wings.md) - [Mythical Plant-Based Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-wyngz.md) - [Plant-Based Bar Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-style-chickenless-wings.md) - [Pea-Based Chicken Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pea-wheat-plantbased-chickn.md) - [Rotisserie-Style Chicken Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotisserie-seasoned-chicken.md) - [Plant-Based Summertime Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein-ultimate-plantbased.md) - [Savory Seitan-Based Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackbird-wings.md) - [Vegan Super Bowl Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/likemeat-vegan.md) - [Vegan Chicken Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/likewings.md)