<!-- canonical: https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-alternatives -->
<!-- robots: noindex -->

# Full-Flavor Meatless Alternatives
Garden Inspirations Appeals to Vegetarians & Flexitarians Alike

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-04-15 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-alternatives
References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/inspiring-a-better-plate-farm-rich-introduces-plant-based-garden-inspirations-line-301040313.html) & [farmrich](https://farmrich.com/)

[Garden](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-gourmet) Inspirations by [Farm Rich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farm-rich-meatball) is a new line of meatless alternatives for flexitarians, vegetarians and anyone in between who is looking to reduce their meat consumption. The meatless line includes a mix of appetizers, snacks and meal solutions that deliver plant-based protein from simple ingredients.

While the Garden Inspirations Meatless Meatballs share 12 grams of plant-based protein per serving from a combination of soy and pea proteins, plus other nourishing ingredients, the Plant-Based BBQ Sliders are inspired by pork shreds and are portioned so that they're easily enjoyed for quick meals and on-the-go snacks. With these products, consumers are supported in making simple swaps in their diet.

Soon, the Garden Inspirations line will be expanded to include Breaded Cauliflower Bites and Breaded Zucchini Sticks.

Image Credit: Farm Rich

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 0.8/10
- Popularity: 4% | Activity: 12% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Rise of Meatless Alternatives:** Opportunity for companies to create innovative, flavorful, and nutritious plant-based alternatives for flexitarians and vegetarians.
- **Convenience for On-the-go Snacking:** Potential to develop easy-to-eat plant-based products that cater to consumers looking for quick, healthy meals and snacks.
- **Expanding Meatless Options:** Increasing demand for a wider range of meatless options, such as breaded alternatives made from vegetables like cauliflower and zucchini.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Food Processing:** Opportunity to develop and manufacture innovative plant-based alternatives using production techniques that maintain taste, texture, and nutritional value.
- **Food Service:** Possibility to offer on-the-go plant-based options in restaurants, cafes, and other food service establishments to cater to the needs of busy individuals.
- **Snack Food:** Potential for snack food companies to create convenient, flavorful, and healthy plant-based snacks that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere.

## Related on Trend Hunter

- [Flexitarian-Friendly Entrées](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetarian-frozen-entrees.md)
- [Plant-Based Summertime Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein-ultimate-plantbased.md)
- [Flexitarian Frozen Food Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frys-flexi-range.md)
- [Meat Alternative Egg Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-made-great-1.md)
- [Wholesome Meatless Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-it.md)
- [Herbaceous Plant-Powered Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garlic-and-herb-bites.md)
- [Meat-Free Frozen Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-frozen-appetizers.md)
- [Fermented Vegetable Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grubby-and-symplicity.md)
- [Veggie-Forward Deli Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-provisions.md)
