# Ready-to-Blend Kelp Cubes Atlantic Sea Farms' Kelp Cubes Enhance Smoothies, Sauces and Soups By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-09-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelp-cubes References: [atlanticseafarms](https://atlanticseafarms.com/collections/frontpage/products/smoothie-cubes) Just as many brands offer [smoothie cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-favorites-bundle) that are made with ready-to-blend combinations of fruits and vegetables, Atlantic Sea Farms sells [Kelp Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaweed-seasoning) that can be used to enhance a wide range of dishes. The portion-controlled cubes offer an easy way for consumers to add interest to everything from smoothies and baked goods to [savory sauces and soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortified-pasta-sauces). The vegan-friendly and gluten-free frozen cubes are rich in vitamins and minerals and can easily be blended for a number of different applications. The packaging for this Atlantic Sea Farms product shares a recipe for The Atlantic Cold Buster Smoothie, which can be prepared in a blender with blueberries, any kind of milk, mint, honey, lime juice and just one Kelp Cube. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Ready-to-blend Combinations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop more convenient and versatile pre-packaged combinations of ingredients for easy and healthy meal preparations. - **Functional Food Additives:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the development of innovative food additives that offer nutritional benefits and enhance the flavor of various dishes. - **Sustainable and Nutritious Ingredients:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new products that incorporate sustainable and nutrient-rich ingredients to cater to the growing demand for healthier and eco-friendly food options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Frozen Food:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new frozen food options that provide convenient and versatile ingredients for consumers to prepare quick and healthy meals. - **Food Packaging:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly and informative packaging solutions that offer recipe ideas and encourage consumers to experiment with new ingredients. - **Health Food:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create innovative health food products that utilize sustainable ingredients and provide added nutritional value for a wider range of dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruity Smoothie Kelp Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atlantic-sea-farms-kelp-cubes.md) - [Frozen Seaweed Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seaweed-cubes.md) - [Functional Smoothie Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-green-smoothie.md) - [Collagen-Enhanced Smoothie Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outshine-smoothie-cubes.md) - [Edible Frozen Microalgae](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-spirulina-cubes.md) - [Prebiotic Smoothie Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoothie-cubes-with-prebiotics.md) - [Nutrient-Infused Ice Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roxii-supercube.md) - [Convenient Frozen Soup Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soupologie-souper-cubes.md) - [Kelp-Based Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/offshore-greens.md)