# Savory Granola Bars The 'Sola Bars' Line-Up Includes Unconventional Flavor Combinations By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-17 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sola-bars References: [preparedfoods](http://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/118132-savory-sola-bars) & [solasnacks](http://www.solasnacks.com/about/the-brand/) SOLA Snacks recently launched a new line of savory treats called 'Sola Bars.' While a number of brands are churning out new snack food options, many of these products are on the sweet side. This brand opts for a different approach by offering consumers [savory granola bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosemary-sea-salt-protein-bar) that are both healthy and flavorful. The new Sola Bars line-up consists of nutrient-dense granola bars made by combining crunchy peanuts with herbs, seeds and spices. The company uses a new patent-pending process to bind the ingredients together without the use of any sugar. As a result, consumers can enjoy a savory mini meal that helps them feel full for longer and does not dramatically increase their caloric intake. With flavors such as Roasted Garlic + Sea Salt and Chipotle, the new bars are likely to appeal to consumers looking for an alternative to more [sugary snack foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trek-high-protein-bars). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 14% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Savory Snack Food:** There is a growing demand for savory snack foods as consumers seek healthier and more flavorful options. - **Sugar-free Innovation:** The use of alternative binding agents and sweeteners presents an opportunity for companies to create sugar-free snacks with satisfying taste and texture. - **Alternative Flavor Combinations:** Brands can differentiate themselves by offering unconventional flavor combinations in snacks, appealing to adventurous consumers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can capitalize on the trend of savory granola bars by developing and marketing new products that cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Food Manufacturing Industry:** Food manufacturers can explore new manufacturing processes and ingredients to produce savory granola bars with improved taste and nutritional profiles. - **Healthy Lifestyle Industry:** The healthy lifestyle industry can incorporate savory granola bars into their product offerings, providing customers with nutritious and satisfying snacks on the go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory On-the-Go Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-bars.md) - [Savory Superfood Granolas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-seed-organic-granola.md) - [Savory Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-protein-bars.md) - [Nutrient-Dense Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-snacks-savory.md) - [Flavorful Low-Carb Granolas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lowcarb-granola.md) - [Nutritious Snack Bar Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-snacks-3.md) - [Healthy Trail Mix-Style Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kind-snacks-2.md) - [Savory Textured Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rosemary-sea-salt-protein-bar.md) - [All-Day Snacking Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/good-source-foods.md)