# Bean-Based Puff Snacks Remix Snacks' Beanies are Made with Mung Beans & Upcycled Carrots By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2025-06-05 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remix-snacks-beanies References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/news/2025/dietitian-founded-remix-snacks-acquired-by-co-packer) & [remixsnacks](https://remixsnacks.ca/products/beanies-starter-pack)  Puff snacks are beloved for their delicate crispness and melt-in-the-mouth quality, and [Remix Snacks'](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rind-remix) Beanies stand out in the crowded snack category because they're crafted with nutritious, [protein-packed mung beans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-nutrition) and upcycled locally sourced imperfect carrots. Made with all-natural ingredients and no preservatives, these vegan-friendly [puff snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hippeas-chickpea-puffs) from the dietitian-founded brand deliver seven grams of protein, plus six grams of fiber per serving. Available in varieties like Vegan Chedd'r and Smoked Paprika, Beanies satisfy cravings and reduce food waste. According to Remix Snacks, the misshapen look of imperfect produce—despite being high in quality, nutritious, and completely edible—often leads it to be rejected by grocery stores, representing about 40% of the total food waste in Canada. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 28% | Freshness: 42% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Snacking:** The integration of upcycled ingredients like imperfect carrots in snacks unlocks a new segment centered around sustainable consumption. - **Plant-protein Innovation:** Puff snacks crafted from mung beans showcase the emerging appeal of plant-based proteins as a healthy alternative in the snacking industry. - **Vegan-friendly Flavors:** The creation of diverse vegan-friendly flavors such as Vegan Chedd'r and Smoked Paprika reflects a growing market demand for flavorful vegan snacks. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Snack Foods:** As consumers seek healthy, eco-friendly options, the snack food industry stands to benefit from innovative use of plant-based and upcycled ingredients. - **Upcycled Food:** The upcycled food industry gains momentum as brands highlight the value of using imperfect produce to combat food waste and enhance nutritional content. - **Vegan Foods:** The vegan food sector continues to expand as products offering rich flavors and additional health benefits capture a wider audience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flavor-Packed Upcycled Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/b-sides.md) - [Bite-Sized Pea Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-pea-puffs.md) - [Bean-Powered Plant-Based Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beanvivo.md) - [Cruciferous Snack Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-puffs.md) - [Protein-Packed Oat Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bsides-crunch-puffs.md) - [Puffed Plant-Based Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harvest-snaps-crunchy-puffs.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Vegan Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeaky-bean-vegan-snacks.md) - [Regenerative Snack Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocho-puffed-snack.md) - [Puffy Plant-Based Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peatos-puffs.md)