# Banana-Dominant Healthy Vegan Snacks The Monkey Bar is Delicious and Perfect for a Mid-Day Refuel By Kalin Ned | Published 2020-06-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-vegan-snack References: [monkeyus](https://monkeyus.com/) The availability of healthy vegan snacks does not only satisfy a growing dietary demand but they are also good for the environment. [Monkey Bar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredibles-monkey-bar) is a brand based in D.C. and it specializes in good-for-you snack bars that help "fuel curiosity and adventure." Its core product is made from organic and vegan ingredients, with no added sugar. Banking on simplicity, Monkey Bar contains only three ingredients—apple, banana, and cashew. The healthy vegan snack is perfect to fuel you throughout your day, whether you are living an active lifestyle or need a pick-me-up at the office. In addition to being a nutritious addition to your diet, Monkey Bar has committed to donating 5% of its e-commerce sales to the [World Central Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-toast-pancakes) with the aim to support those affected by food insecurity during COVID-19. Another 10%, on the other hand, go to the [National Bail Out fund](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/official-spirits-sponsors) which supports black communities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 79% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Healthy Vegan Snacks:** Opportunity for creating innovative and delicious plant-based snack options. - **Simplicity in Ingredients:** Potential for creating products with minimal and clean ingredient lists. - **Socially Conscious Brands:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to incorporate philanthropy into company practices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Potential for creating innovative plant-based snacks in the healthy food industry. - **E-commerce:** Opportunity for online retailers to offer healthy vegan snacks and cater to the growing demand. - **Philanthropy:** Space for brands to incorporate social causes into their business models and support communities in need. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cafe-Inspired Vegan Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barebells-vegan-bars.md) - [Crunchy Superfood-Infused Nut Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-alternatives-for-snacking.md) - [Low-Sugar Crunch Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunch-bar.md) - [Fiery Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monkey-bars.md) - [Nutritional Nut-Powered Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-macadamias.md) - [Baked Banana Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fitcrunch-chocolate-banana-flavored-baked-bar.md) - [All-Day Snacking Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-source-foods.md) - [Collaboration High-Protein Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-chocolat-x-myprotein.md) - [Banana Caramel Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-protein-bar.md)