# Soy-Free Beet Burgers Sol Cuisine's Sunflower Beet Burger is a Plant-Based Protein Source By Jana Pijak | Published 2019-05-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sol-cuisine References: [solcuisine](https://solcuisine.com/products/sunflower-beet-burger/) Sol Cuisine's Sunflower Beet Burger is a plant-based protein source that consists of beets, cooked long grain brown rice, sunflower seeds and oil along with pea proteins, onions and other dry ingredients. The food brand specializes in gourmet vegan meat alternatives and offers two other [plant-based patty options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-of-the-world-burgers) -- in Portabello Quinoa and Lemon Dill Salmon flavors. Featuring no trans fats, wheat, gluten or animal by-products, this beet-based [frozen meat alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegchop) is also certified Kosher, and Halal. Sol Cuisine's patties feature 180 calories a piece and are a diet-friendly option for those adhering to vegan and vegetarian eating plans or others looking to cut calories. Thanks to their antioxidants and detoxifying properties, [beets are replacing meat-based proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beet-latte) as a healthier alternative that is vitamin-enriched and preservative-free while mimicking the texture of real meat. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Protein:** The rise of plant-based proteins like Sol Cuisine's Sunflower Beet Burger presents an opportunity for food companies to develop innovative meat alternatives that cater to vegan and vegetarian diets. - **Gourmet Vegan Meat Alternatives:** The demand for gourmet vegan meat alternatives, such as Sol Cuisine's variety of plant-based patty options, creates a market for food brands to create innovative and delicious plant-based alternatives. - **Healthier Meat Alternatives:** The growing popularity of healthier meat alternatives, exemplified by Sol Cuisine's beet-based frozen meat alternative, opens doors for companies to innovate and develop nutritious and tasty options that rival traditional meat products. ### Where This Applies - **Food Manufacturing:** The food manufacturing industry has an opportunity to capitalize on the trend of plant-based proteins and create innovative vegan and vegetarian meat alternatives. - **Health Food Retail:** Health food retailers have the potential to disrupt the market by offering a wide range of gourmet vegan meat alternatives, catering to the increasing demand for plant-based protein options. - **Dietary Supplements:** The dietary supplements industry can explore innovative ways to incorporate the health benefits of beets into their products, providing consumers with convenient and nutritious options to support a plant-based diet. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Beet Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beet-jerky.md) - [Fermented Rye Plant-Based Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-grain-vegetable-burger.md) - [Sea-Veggie Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-veggie-burgers.md) - [Restaurant-Style Frozen Plant-Based Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-praegers-grillhouse-burger.md) - [Textural Veggie-Rich Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actual-veggies-burgers.md) - [Microwavable Vegan Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-burger-patty.md) - [Delectable Veggie Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delectable-veggie-burgers.md) - [Quarter-Pound Meatless Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steakhouse-style-burger.md) - [Black Bean Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/actual-veggies-black-bean-patty.md)