# Plant-Based Sausage Meats RollinGreens Launched a Plant-Based Spicy Chorizo for Taco Fillings By Colin Smith | Published 2022-03-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-spicy-chorizo References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2022/rollingreens-launches-new-plant-based-spicy-chorizo/) & [rollingreens](https://rollingreens.com/products/taco-pack/?a)  'RollinGreens,' the convenience food brand famous for its wholegrain tater tots, has debuted a [plant-based spicy chorizo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancheros-tofurizo) product. The 'Plant-Based Me'Eat Spicy Chorizo' is the second Me'Eat product from RollinGreens, with the first being its [plant-based ground beef](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shape-sizzle-mince), which launched last year in March. As a result of [RollinGreens'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-powered-meal-bowls) foray into plant-based foods, the company has grown at a massive rate over the last two years, more than doubling its sales metrics. RollinGreens launched this plant-based chorizo as part of its mission to feed the world in a sustainable way without compromising on the delicious flavor of comfort foods. RollinGreens has stated that this spicy chorizo is far from the last plant-based food it will create, as it has plans to continue in this sector for years to come. Image Credit: RollinGreens ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-based Convenience Foods:** The rise of plant-based convenience foods that don't compromise flavor opens up opportunities for companies to enter the market and gain an edge through sustainable and ethical ingredients. - **Expansion of Plant-based Product Lines:** The expansion of plant-based product lines by companies like RollinGreens provides opportunities for innovation in the plant-based food industry, including creating plant-based alternatives to traditional favorites like chorizo. - **Growing Demand for Sustainable Foods:** The growing demand for sustainable foods that reduce the environmental impact of animal agriculture presents opportunities for companies to provide alternative, plant-based options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Plant-based Food:** The plant-based food industry, including companies like RollinGreens, is poised for growth as consumers prioritize sustainability and ethical ingredients. - **Fast Food:** Fast food restaurants looking to offer healthier and more sustainable options can benefit from incorporating plant-based convenience foods like RollinGreens' spicy chorizo into their menus. - **Food Manufacturing:** Opportunities for food manufacturing companies exist in the development and production of plant-based convenience foods that appeal to consumers looking for sustainable and ethical options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Chorizo Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-chorizo.md) - [Vegan Chorizo QSR Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-del-mar.md) - [Soy-Based Chorizo Crumbles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagic-plantbased-chorizo-crumbles.md) - [Artisanal Plant-Based Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tofurky-sausages.md) - [Aromatic Plant-Based Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aromatic-plantbased-sausages.md) - [Meat-Free Chorizo Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soyrizo.md) - [Faux Meat Sausage Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-sausagey-rolls.md) - [Plant-Based Chorizo-Style Crumbles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancheros-tofurizo.md) - [Vegan Veggie Sausages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-provision.md)