# Plant-Based Snacking Sausages Richmond's Mini Vegan Sausages are Low in Sugar, Fat & Salt By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-04-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-vegan-sausages References: [veganfoodandliving](https://www.veganfoodandliving.com/news/richmond-mini-vegan-sausages-where-to-buy/)  [Richmond's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richmond-minis) newly launched mini vegan sausages are poised to disrupt the meat-free snacking market, especially as an option that's low in fat, sugar and salt. These meatless sausage snacks are made from rehydrated textured soya and wheat protein and they are perfect for snacking thanks to their resealable pack. These snack-sized meatless sausages by Richmond are a smaller version of the brand's popular [meat-free sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyond-sun-sausage) and they help to bring meatless options into more casual eating occasions beyond breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Consumer demand for [meatless snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-this-products) that are healthier than their meat-based counterparts is on the rise. As more people become health- and earth-conscious, they are turning to plant-based alternatives for their snacking needs and to support a more sustainable food system. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Snacks:** There's an opportunity for food companies to create more plant-based snack options that are low in sugar, fat and salt. - **Meatless Textured Protein:** Textured protein, made from wheat or soy, is a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies looking to develop meatless alternatives. - **Resealable Packaging:** Resealable packaging presents an opportunity for convenience food companies, particularly for snacks where portion control is important. ### Where This Applies - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers should consider creating more meatless snacking options to tap into the growing demand for plant-based foods. - **Packaging:** Companies in the packaging industry can develop new types of packaging that cater to the convenience and portion control needs of snack products. - **Sustainable Food:** Sustainability-focused companies can create meatless snacks that help support a more sustainable food system by reducing the demand for meat-based products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniaturized Ready-to-Eat Sausage Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richmond-minis.md) - [Veggie-Based Sausage Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richmond-veggie-tasty-range.md) - [Vegan Lunchtime Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richmond-products.md) - [Festive Meat-Free Sausage Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richmond-meatfree-sage-onion-sausages.md) - [Juicy Meat-Free Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-plantbased-sausage.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Sausage Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-sausage-rolls.md) - [Clean-Label Veggie Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sun-sausages.md) - [Vegan Veggie Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-provision.md) - [Flavor-Packed Sausage Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/richmond-extra-tasty.md)