# Plant-Based Mushroom Balls Shroomeats' Balls are Made with Just Six Simple Ingredients By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-09-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-balls References: [newhope](https://www.newhope.com/natural-products-expos/expo-east-showcases-familiar-foods-novel-ingredients/) & [shroomeats.co](https://www.shroomeats.co/products/shroomeats-balls)  Shroomeats' Mushroom Balls are [plant-based meatball alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/real-good-foods-chicken-meatballs) that are free from cholesterol, naturally low in fat, packed with protein and made with just a handful of real ingredients. These meatless balls just as easy to enjoy as a quick snack as they are used to make a hearty and nourishing weeknight meal. Shiitake mushroom, pea protein, sunflower oil, salt, pepper and potato flour are the only ingredients that fuel the vegan, gluten-free and all-natural formula, and as the brand states, the Shroomeats Balls boast "Less saturated fat than beef and more simple ingredients than Beyond Meat." This [mushroom-based meat alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fungitarian-crab-cakes) recently shown at Natural Products Expo East 2023 makes the most of mushrooms as an abundant source of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and beta-glucans. Alternatively, Shroomeats also offers shreds and patties powered by shiitake mushrooms. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 18% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-based Meat Alternatives:** The rise of plant-based meat alternatives like Shroomeats' Mushroom Balls provide a healthier and environmentally-friendly alternative to traditional meat products. - **Simplifying Ingredients:** Shroomeats' Balls being made with only six simple ingredients showcases the trend of simplifying ingredient lists to provide clean and transparent food options. - **Utilizing Mushrooms as a Nutritious Source:** The use of mushrooms as a nutrient-rich base for plant-based meat alternatives, as seen in Shroomeats' products, opens up opportunities for incorporating this versatile ingredient into various food products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Plant-based Food Industry:** The plant-based food industry is continuously growing thanks to innovative products like Shroomeats' Mushroom Balls, which cater to the increasing demand for healthier and sustainable food options. - **Health Food Industry:** The health food industry can take advantage of the trend of simplifying ingredient lists seen in Shroomeats' Balls, by offering clean, minimal ingredient products that appeal to health-conscious consumers. - **Mushroom Farming and Processing:** The mushroom farming and processing industry can explore the potential of using mushrooms as a base for plant-based meat alternatives, as demonstrated by Shroomeats, to meet the demand for nutritious, plant-based options in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fungi-Based Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smaqo-products.md) - [Plant-Based Shiitake Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mucho-burrito.md) - [Protein-Rich Plant-Based Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein-ultimate-plantbased-meatballs.md) - [Fungi-Powered Plant-Based Meat Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minced-fungi-protein.md) - [Mushroom-Based Meatless Steaks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/green-rebel-foods-beefless-steak.md) - [Protein-Packed Meatless Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-meatballs1.md) - [Kelp-Based Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kelp-meatballs.md) - [Mushroom-Derived Hybrid Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mush-foods.md) - [Allergen-Free Mushroom Crumbles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mushroom-crumble.md)