# Persian-Style Trail Mix Snacks Niloofar's Persian Trail Mix is Based on Traditional Ajil By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-01-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/persian-trail-mix References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/articles/15244-trends-at-the-2020-winter-fancy-food-show) & [niloofarmix](https://www.niloofarmix.com/collections/persian-trail-mix/products/traditional-ajil-13-oz) Niloofar makes a range of Persian-style snacks, including [Persian Trail Mix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chuza-trail-mixes) that's based on "Ajil," a healthy snack that's traditionally served to guests as a gesture of hospitality. The sweet and salty snack is made from a mix of white mulberries, dried figs, golden berries, cashews, almonds, as well as black and golden raisins and walnuts, which all come together to form a snack that's naturally gluten-free and free from preservatives, fillers, sulfates or added sugar. The low-sodium, vegan-friendly handcrafted trail mix snack is made in small batches, inviting people to experience Niloofar's family recipe, which is crafted with high-quality ingredients sourced from around the globe. Fragrant and flavorful Persian-style snacks and recipes are emerging to introduce consumers to new [globally inspired experiences with food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitica-piri-piri-cocktail). Image Credit: Niloofar ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 9% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Global-inspired Snacks:** There is a growing trend towards global-inspired snacks that give consumers a taste of different cultures. - **Healthy Trail Mix:** Consumers are seeking out healthier snack options, and trail mixes like Niloofar's Persian Trail Mix are a perfect fit for this trend. - **Small-batch Snacks:** The emergence of small-batch snack makers like Niloofar is disrupting the traditional snack industry, providing consumers with unique, high-quality snack options. ### Where This Applies - **Snack Industry:** As consumers continue to seek out healthier and more unique snack options, there is an opportunity for snack companies to innovate and create new products like Niloofar's Persian Trail Mix. - **Specialty Food Industry:** The growing trend towards global-inspired snacks presents an opportunity for specialty food companies to introduce new flavors and expand their product offerings. - **Small-batch Food Industry:** As more consumers seek out artisanal and small-batch food options, there is a growing demand for unique and high-quality snacks like Niloofar's Persian Trail Mix. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-trail-mixes.md) - [Sustainable Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shar.md) - [International Cuisine Snack Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sahale-snacks-glazed-mix.md) - [Wholesome Ingredient Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-snacks-trail-mix.md) - [Sweet-and-Salty Snack Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planters-trail-mix.md) - [Summer-Themed Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southern-grove-trail-mixes.md) - [Crunchy Chickpea Granolas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-granola-crunch-mix.md) - [Candy Brand Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bonds-of-london-trail-mix.md) - [Crunchy Jerky Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-jerky-trail-mixes.md)