# Plant-Based Foodservice Nuggets Schouten Europe mycoprotein Nuggets Have a Firm, Juicy Texture By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2024-05-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoprotein-nuggets References: [vegconomist](https://vegconomist.com/fairs-and-events/schouten-showcase-mycoprotein-nuggets-plma-amsterdam/) & [schoutenfood](https://www.schoutenfood.com/)  The [Schouten Europe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schouten) mycoprotein Nuggets are a [plant-based chicken nugget](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fry-the-coop) solution crafted with the [retail and foodservice industries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novameat-plantbased-proteins) in mind to deliver an authentic experience for consumers. The nuggets are reported to have a groundbreaking formulation that's both firm and juicy, which will thus call to mind nuggets made with real chicken. The plant-based nuggets are also reported to have high digestibility rates thanks to the mycoproteins formulation, while also offering better protein digestion when compared to other plant sources on the market. The nuggets could thus help to increase the presence of beneficial gut bacteria like Roseburia, Lactobacilli and Akkermansia in adults. The Schouten Europe mycoprotein Nuggets will be at the PLMA 2024 Trade Show taking place in Amsterdam. Image Credit: Schouten Europe ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 24% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Enhanced Plant-based Textures:** Innovative textures in plant-based foods are mimicking real meat more closely, providing a satisfying eating experience. - **Gut Health Benefits:** Incorporating mycoproteins into plant-based foods offers improved digestibility and supports beneficial gut bacteria. - **Protein Digestibility Breakthroughs:** Plant-based products enhancing protein digestion are addressing previous limitations compared to traditional plant sources. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Foodservice:** Restaurants and foodservice providers can adopt plant-based nuggets to appeal to consumers seeking healthier, meat-like alternatives. - **Retail Food Products:** Retailers can expand their vegan and vegetarian product lines with these mycoprotein nuggets to attract health-conscious shoppers. - **Health and Nutrition:** The health and nutrition industry can promote plant-based foods that enhance gut health and protein absorption for optimum wellness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pea-Based Vegan Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-nugget.md) - [Plant-Based Taco-Friendly Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-nacho-nuggs.md) - [Protein-Packed Meatless Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-nugget.md) - [Meat-Free Dinosaur-Shaped Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notchicken-dino-nuggets.md) - [Crispy Mycelium Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meati-foods-crispy-bites.md) - [Plant-Based Chicken Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recreate-foods.md) - [Collaborative Plant-Based Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcplant-nuggets.md) - [Texture-Driven Plant-Based Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naplasol-promyc-mycoprotein-line.md) - [Microalgae-Based Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simpliigood.md)