# Veggie-Crammed Parmesan Cones This Sugar Laws Cheesy Delight Offers a Serving of Produce By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-10-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-laws References: [sugarlaws](http://www.sugarlaws.com/parmesan-cones-with-avocado-and-red-pepper) This Sugar Laws cheesy delight proves once and for all that [finger foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eat-happy-kitchen-cheese-bites) do not have to be [deep fried](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-cheese-wonton) or unhealthy. Turn over a new leaf and set aside the pub food-inspired appetizers for some more eclectic, flavorful and most importantly, heart-healthy options. Made using fresh ingredients including Parmesan cheese, avocados, red peppers and corn, this Sugar Laws cheesy delight boasts [no shortage of vegetables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-veggie-snacks-products). In the place of paper wrappers, this finger food encases fresh cut veggies in a salty and crunchy grated Parmesan cone. The cheese-constructed cones will make these appetizers both aesthetically pleasing and a snap to clean up. Take caution in serving these at the next family get together or work function. Everyone will ask for seconds and of course, the recipe. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 6% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe ## 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 - **Heart-healthy Finger Foods:** Opportunity for creating innovative and nutritious finger food options that prioritize heart health and incorporate fresh ingredients. - **Creative Vegetable-based Wrappers:** Innovative use of alternative ingredients to replace traditional wrappers, such as grated Parmesan cones, offering a unique twist to finger foods. - **Eclectic Flavor Combinations:** Exploring unconventional flavor pairings using fresh produce to create culinary delights that cater to adventurous palates. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food manufacturers and restaurants to develop and market heart-healthy finger foods and innovative wrapper alternatives utilizing fresh ingredients. - **Catering and Events:** Opportunity for catering companies and event planners to offer unique and visually appealing finger foods at gatherings and functions. - **Recipe Development:** Opportunity for recipe developers to create and share recipes that incorporate unconventional flavor combinations and vegetable-based wrappers for finger foods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Seeded Parmesan Crisps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmesan-flats.md) - [Lower Sugar Sundae Cones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sundae-cones.md) - [Cauliflower-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozzarella-style-sticks.md) - [Sombrero-Shaped Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/texmex-sombreros.md) - [Cheese-Infused Shortbread Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmigiano-reggiano.md) - [Snackable Frozen Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tastiez.md) - [Savory Parmesan Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parmesan-snacks.md) - [Vegan Mozzarella Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozza-fritto.md) - [Oven-Baked Crispy Cheese Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/granarolo-cheese-crisps.md)