# Premium Plant-Based Foods The PC® Plant-Based Line Boasts Meatless and Dairy-Free Options By Jana Pijak | Published 2020-02-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pc-plantbased References: [presidentschoice](https://www.presidentschoice.ca/en_CA/familypage/pc-plant-based.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=1PCC&utm_campaign=PC_Plant_Based&utm_term=paidsearch&utm_content=EN&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_Iqi2eO_5wIVB7zACh3J1A4yEAAYASAAEgLVU_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) The [PC®](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-fall-2021) Plant-Based collection is the latest food range from the private label brand. Known for its high quality and affordable products, PC® offers a selection of [meatless and dairy-free options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vemondo-plant) for those that adhere to a vegetarian or vegan diet, along with consumers looking to cut down on animal products in the new year. The PC® Plant-Based line is certified vegan and includes products like the PC® Plant-Based Chickenless Chicken Breasts -- requiring only 20 minutes of prep time -- and the PC® Plant-Based Mayo-Style Spread that is egg-free. Additionally, its PC® Plant-Based Cashew Dips are available in flavors like Original, Red Pepper and Cucumber Dill and are the perfect party essential. As more consumers embrace plant-based diets, supermarket private label brands are taking notice by offering products that are not only cruelty-free but also accessible to the masses -- thanks to a fair price point that doesn't sacrifice quality. Image Credit: >PC® Plant-Based ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## 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 - **Growing Plant-based Diet:** The rise in popularity of plant-based diets is creating opportunities for innovative and flavorful meatless and dairy-free products. - **Accessible Vegan Options:** Private label brands are making vegan food more affordable and widely available, catering to the increasing demand for accessible plant-based options. - **Convenience in Plant-based Cooking:** Quick and easy plant-based meal solutions, such as pre-prepared meatless chicken breasts and dairy-free spreads, are gaining traction among time-conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Supermarket/private Label Brands:** Supermarket private label brands are capitalizing on the plant-based trend by offering a range of cruelty-free and affordable options, meeting the needs of budget-conscious consumers. - **Vegan Food Products:** The market for vegan food products is expanding as more brands develop innovative plant-based alternatives to traditional meat and dairy products. - **Convenience Foods:** The demand for convenient plant-based meal solutions is driving the growth of the convenience foods industry, offering time-saving options for those following a plant-based lifestyle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Private Label Entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aldi-plant-menu.md) - [Private Label Flexitarian Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waitrose-plantliving.md) - [Affordable Plant-Based Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-plant-based.md) - [Meat-Free Frozen Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-frozen-appetizers.md) - [Plant-Based Private Label Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/open-nature-products.md) - [Creamy Plant-Based Pasta Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-pasta-sauce.md) - [Private Label Plant-Based Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veganuary-range.md) - [Plant-Based Cream Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-cream-cheese-1.md) - [Plant-Based Iconic Cheese Spreads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philadelphia-plant-based-1.md)