# Ancient Grain Snack Curls The Simply7 Quinoa Curls are a Tasty Alternative to Traditional Snacks By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-11-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quinoa-curls References: [preparedfoods](https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/120546-quinoa-curls) Healthy snacking is only gaining more momentum as consumers seek out a satisfying way to nibble on something satisfying between meals, so new options like the Simply7 Quinoa Curls are being developed and released. The snack comes in three flavors including Farmhouse Cheddar, Original and Mesquite BBQ, which makes them a flavorful, [crunchy treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proper-crunch-corn) to enjoy that isn't as traditionally bad for you as fried potato chips. The Simply7 Quinoa Curls continue five grams of [plant-based protein per serving](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-chips) and have a nutty flavor thanks to the real quinoa that's in the recipe. The snacks are Non-GMO Project Verified, [certified gluten-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caulitos) and come as a tasty way to stave off hunger or opt for something healthier when snacking in the evening. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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's Driving This Trend - **Rise of Healthy Snacking:** Opportunities to create more healthy snack options using alternative ingredients. - **Innovation in Plant-based Protein Snacks:** Opportunities to develop more plant-based protein snack options and flavors. - **Shift to Gluten-free Snacks:** Opportunities to create more gluten-free snack options to cater to this growing market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunities for manufacturers to create healthier snack options using alternative ingredients and flavors. - **Health and Wellness:** Opportunities for companies to develop plant-based protein and gluten-free snack options to cater to this market. - **Retail:** Opportunities for retailers to market and sell unique healthy snack options that cater to consumer demand. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Familiar Free-From Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simply-snacks.md) - [Grain-Free Baked Crisps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-crisps.md) - [Savory Corn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunch-corn.md) - [Pea-Powered Protein Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utopea-ah.md) - [Protein-Rich Tortilla Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurant-style-protein-chips.md) - [Pickle-Flavored Rice Crisps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quaker-dill-pickle-rice-crisps.md) - [Protein-Packed Baked Crisps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cronchclub.md) - [Crunchy Nut-Free Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proper-crunch-corn.md) - [Globally Inspired Protein Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/highprotein-chips.md)