# Edamame-Based Trail Mixes On the Go Fusion's Trail Mix Packs Creatively Meld Nuts, Fruits & Seeds By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-12-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trail-mix-pack References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/food-wire/2018/on-the-go-fusion-snacks-launches-new-edamame-trail-mixes/) & [onthegosnacks.net](https://onthegosnacks.net/products/edamame-berries-fusion?variant=14654247567471) While most trail mix recipes are nut-based, On the Go Fusion is introducing a trio of inventive, [protein-rich trail mix packs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-nut-crunch) that prominently feature edamame as the main ingredient. The naturally low-sodium, gluten-free, cholesterol-free and preservative-free snacks feature combinations of dried fruits, nuts, seeds and indulgent additions like coconut chips and dried cherries. On the Go Fusion's trail mix packs are offered in Edamame + Berries Fusion, Edamame + Goji Berry Fusion and Edamame Tropical Fusion varieties, all of which contain roasted and salted edamame beans as a base. Food brands are continuously reinventing trail mix snacks with sweet and savory additions but these new edamame-based blends stand out as nourishing options that have the potential to satisfy a consumer's desire for a source of flavorful and conveniently packed [plant-based protein](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantiigood). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Edamame-based Trail Mixes:** Edamame as a main ingredient in protein-packed trail mixes. - **Plant-based Protein Snacks:** Consumers seeking quick and nutrient-rich snacks made from plant-based protein. - **Innovative Trail Mix Combinations:** Trail mixes featuring unique and exotic ingredient pairings. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthy Snacks:** Health food and snack companies looking to offer more plant-based and protein-rich options. - **Plant-based Foods:** Research and development teams seeking to create new and unique plant-based protein snacks. - **Convenience Foods:** Manufacturers of grab-and-go snack options for busy consumers seeking healthy and satisfying snacks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-trail-mixes.md) - [Wholesome Ingredient Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hike-snacks-trail-mix.md) - [Roasted Edamame Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biena-crispy-edamame.md) - [Sustainable Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shar.md) - [Refrigerated Trail Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-face-foods.md) - [Nutrient-Dense Snack Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/second-nature-snacks-smart-mix.md) - [Crunchy Chickpea Granolas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickpea-granola-crunch-mix.md) - [Crispy Edamame Bean Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snacking-beans.md) - [Sweet-and-Salty Snack Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planters-trail-mix.md)