# Cruciferous Macaroni Bowls Luvo's Gluten-Free Macaroni is Blended with Cauliflower Crumbles By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-04-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-macaroni References: [foodbusinessnews.net](http://www.foodbusinessnews.net/Resources/Slideshow/2017/04/New-on-the-shelves-041417/Luvo.aspx?TipID=2) One of the newest products from from frozen food company Luvo is a [gluten-free macaroni bowl](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banza-1) that puts a healthy spin on the comforting, cheesy dish. The Roasted Cauliflower Mac & Cheese is made with a base of brown rice noodles topped with a creamy cheese sauce, cauliflower crumbles and a crispy panko-style crumb coating of rice flower and pea protein. The dish satisfies with [11 grams of protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-mac-cheese), making it a noteworthy alternative to traditional mac and cheese dishes. As well as being free from gluten, this single-serve frozen macaroni meal also excludes nuts and is completely vegetarian-friendly. [Cauliflower is the unexpected vegetable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweetgreen-late-fall-menu) that has become the star of many gluten-free dishes, serving as a stand-in for traditional bread and pizza crusts and even rice. Other Luvo Bowls include equally healthy options like Quinoa & Veggie Enchilada Verde and Kale Ricotta Ravioli. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gluten-free Alternatives:** Innovative companies can explore the possibility of using alternative ingredients to replace gluten in popular comfort food dishes. - **Using Vegetables as Substitutes:** Opportunities for disruptive innovation exist in utilizing vegetables like cauliflower as substitutes for traditional ingredients, such as pasta and bread. - **Individual Frozen Meals:** Providing a healthier alternative to traditional frozen meals can be an effective way of tapping into the growing demand for convenient and nutritious food options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Frozen Foods:** Frozen food producers can explore the use of alternative ingredients to create convenient and healthy meal options for busy consumers. - **Health Food:** Companies that specialize in making healthy and nutritious food products can expand their offerings to cater to a broader customer base. - **Gluten-free Foods:** As the popularity of gluten-free diets continues to grow, there is an increasing demand for gluten-free alternatives to traditional comfort food dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cauilflower-Based Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetable-based-pastas.md) - [Vegetable-Forward Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supermac.md) - [Gluten-Free Mac-and-Cheese Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kraft-mac-cheese-cups.md) - [Cauliflower-Based Ravioli Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-cheese-ravioli.md) - [Health-Conscious Macaroni Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-cheese-product.md) - [Limited-Edition Kid Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-mac-cheese.md) - [Gluten-Free Instant Macaronis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodles-glutenfree.md) - [Clean-Label Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-mac-and-cheese.md) - [Alternative Macaroni Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/natural-heaven.md)