# Zesty Meatless Strips These Vegan Meat Strips from Gardein Get a Kick from Chipotle Lime Flavors By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-12-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-meat References: [veggieto.wordpress](http://veggieto.wordpress.com/2013/05/03/gardein-chipotle-lime-crispy-fingers/) & [gardein](http://gardein.com/products/chipotle-lime-crispy-fingers-cnd/) Gardein’s Chipotle Lime Crispy Fingers make a great [vegan meat substitute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegchop) to add to soups, salads and main course meals. This cruelty-free option is made with non-GMO ingredients and it is completely free of dairy and other animal by-products. As for what you will find in the chicken-free fingers, there are a variety of ancient grains, as well as plant-based ingredients like potato starch, pea protein, plus fiber from organic beetroots and carrots. Per two pieces, these vegan and vegetarian-friendly chicken fingers contain 15 grams of protein, plus Vitamins B6, B12, C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium and Zinc. These Chipotle Lime Crispy Finger feature a little more spice and zest than Gardein’s plain [7-Grain Crispy Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chickenstyle-tenders). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Vegan Protein Alternatives:** Gardein's meatless strips offer a cruelty-free and nutritional vegan protein alternative for consumers seeking healthier options. - **Non-gmo Ingredients:** Using non-GMO ingredients creates an opportunity for food industry players to tap into the growing demand for transparency and sustainability. - **Plant-based Diets:** Growing popularity in plant-based diets warrants further innovation in creating tasty and nutritious alternatives like Gardein's Chipotle Lime Crispy Fingers. ### Where This Applies - **Food:** The food industry has a chance to tap into the growing demand for vegan, non-GMO and plant-based protein alternatives by offering innovative products like Gardein's vegan meat strips. - **Health & Wellness:** As consumers focus on leading healthier lifestyles, the health and wellness industry can create opportunities to provide sustainable and nutritious food options like Gardein's Chipotle Lime Crispy Fingers. - **Sustainability:** Utilizing non-GMO ingredients and creating plant-based products contributes to increased sustainability in the food industry, creating opportunities for companies to innovate and meet changing consumer demands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dippable Crisp-Flavored Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morningstar-farms-chikn-fries.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Chicken Wing Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/likemeat-like-chickn-wings.md) - [AI-Created Meatless Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notchicken-tenders.md) - [Pea-Based Chicken Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pea-wheat-plantbased-chickn.md) - [Katsu-Style Vegan Chicken Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-chicken-fillet.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Rib-Inspired Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/morningstar-farms-riblets.md) - [Plant-Based Summertime Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gardein-ultimate-plantbased.md) - [Savory Plant-Based Chicken Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-chicken-pieces.md) - [Chicken-Free Vegan Pops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-pop.md)