# Kid-Friendly Turkey Nuggets The Bernard Matthews Turkey Dinosaurs are Wholesome Protein Source By Jana Pijak | Published 2019-02-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-nuggets References: [bernardmatthews](http://www.bernardmatthews.com/product/turkey-dinosaurs) These Bernard Matthews Turkey Dinosaurs are a [fun and kid-friendly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/familyfriendly-frozen-meals) take on classic turkey nuggets. The oven-baked snacks are a rich source of protein and are ready in just 20 minutes making them a quick and easy option for busy families. Featuring no artificial ingredients, the turkey nuggets are a great alternative to red meat protein options and are a choice parents can feel good about. Moreover, they're a great solution for [picky eaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustus-vitae-kids-menu) thanks to their fun look. Featuring three different dinosaur nugget designs, this snack is a perfect lunch time essential when paired alongside veggie sides and speaks to parents' growing desire for nutritious snack alternatives that are also kid-friendly. Bernard Matthews' Turkey Dinosaurs are sold in packs of 9 pieces and are part of the brand's vast nugget range -- including its Golden Turkey Drummers and Mini Turkey Kievs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Kid-friendly Snacks:** There is an opportunity for food brands to create more nutritious and appealing snacks for children. - **Alternative Protein Sources:** The demand for non-red meat protein options is increasing, creating a market for innovative products such as Bernard Matthews' Turkey Dinosaurs. - **Convenience Foods:** There is a growing need for quick and easy meal options that align with health-conscious consumers' expectations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Innovation in food and beverage, particularly within the snack and protein markets, could help meet the demands of health-conscious parents and children. - **Packaged Foods:** Packaged food brands have the opportunity to create nutritious, convenient options that appeal to busy families. - **Meat Alternatives:** Innovative meat alternatives that offer more variety to traditional sources, such as turkey-based products like Bernard Matthews' Turkey Dinosaurs, could appeal to consumers seeking healthier options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Prehistoric Free-From Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-nuggets.md) - [Meat-Free Dinosaur-Shaped Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notchicken-dino-nuggets.md) - [Oversized Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mega-dino-nuggets.md) - [Kid-Friendly Plant-Based Food Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggy-kids.md) - [Kid-Friendly Cooked Meat Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-acre-foods-billy-bear.md) - [Frozen Dinosaur Veggie Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-veggie-tots.md) - [High-Protein Chicken Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tyson-simple-ingredient-nuggets.md) - [Dino-Shaped Baby Biscuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dino-biscuits.md) - [Festively Shaped Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perdue-holiday-nuggets.md)