# Guacamole-Style Olive Dips La Española's Olimole Replaces a Base of Avocados with Olives By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-10-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olimole References: [foodanddrinktechnology](https://www.foodanddrinktechnology.com/news/55286/hispaniola-launches-the-first-olive-guacamole/) & [laespanola](https://laespanola.com/)  Olives make an excellent base for guacamole in place of avocados, as their rich, buttery texture and high content of healthy fats offer the flavorful, nutrient-dense qualities consumers crave, prompting olive brand La Española to launch Olimole. This Mediterranean-style take on [traditional guacamole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guac-flavors) maintains the flavor and texture snackers know and love, all while appealing to consumer desires for healthier appetizers—olives are abundant in healthy fatty acids, antioxidants and fiber—and products with a globally inspired twist. With an intense [olive flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-tapenade-hummus) and a creamy texture, Olimole is made with classic guacamole ingredients like garlic, onion, lemon juice, salt and cilantro. According to a market research survey, 90% of consumers who tried Olimole perceive it as "a unique product." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 30% - 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 - **Healthy Fat Alternatives:** The shift from avocados to olives in products highlights the increasing demand for diverse sources of healthy fats in the diet. - **Mediterranean Flavor Fusion:** Consumers' growing appreciation for Mediterranean-inspired flavors underscores an opportunity to innovate with traditionally regional ingredients in new culinary contexts. - **Exotic Snack Innovation:** Culinary products that fuse global flavors are carving out a niche in the snack industry, catering to adventurous eaters looking for unique taste experiences. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The incorporation of olives in place of avocados taps into the broader healthy eating trend within the food and beverage industry. - **Health and Wellness:** Health-conscious consumers are driving innovations in ingredients that offer nutritional benefits, such as healthy fats and antioxidants found in olives. - **Gourmet and Specialty Foods:** Interest in culturally diverse and premium ingredients provides an opportunity for gourmet brands to introduce unique, upscale products like olive-based dips. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Olive Snack Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-snack-packs.md) - [Non-Traditional Avocado Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wholly-avocado.md) - [Single-Serve Olive Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olive-snacks.md) - [Organic Mediterranean Olive Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biona-olives.md) - [Creamy Egg-Based Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oolie.md) - [Zesty Avocado Dips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avocado-dips.md) - [Flavored Olive Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cypressa-3.md) - [Mediterranean-Style Olive Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olivo-amigo.md) - [Homestyle Guacamole Packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homestyle-guacamole.md)