# Foodservice Veggie Noodles The Taylor Farms Vegetable Noodles are Made from Healthy Ingredients By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-10-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetable-noodle References: [preparedfoods](https://www.preparedfoods.com/articles/120528-taylor-farms-foodservice-vegetable-noodles) The [Taylor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/street-corn-snack-pack) Farms vegetable noodles have been created for the foodservice industry to enable companies, schools and beyond to offer healthy foods in a familiar format. The noodles are all created using yellow squash and zucchini, and have a [low-carb profile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carb-alternatives) as a result which make them ideal for use to make traditional dishes far healthier. They also offer a lighter base for meals that is far lighter in comparison to [traditional noodles and pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodforyou-pasta) that can leave a person feeling somewhat sluggish. The Taylor Farms vegetable noodles are set to be sold in large tray formats and will offer a 14 day shelf life for foodservice companies to use in their offerings. This acknowledges a growing consumer interest in healthier fare from cafeterias and other out-of-home eateries. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 14% | 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) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Healthy Food Alternatives:** The use of vegetable noodles as a healthy and low-carb food option for traditional dishes pose as a disruptive innovation opportunity - companies can create new menus and dishes with a focus on health without compromising taste and quality. - **Foodservice Innovations:** The rise of health-conscious consumers is pushing foodservice companies to offer a greater variety of healthy options - an opportunity for companies to develop new food products that meet the demands of this market and gain a competitive edge. - **Shelf Life Extension:** The creation of vegetable noodles with a 14 day shelf life for foodservice companies allows extended storage time without the sacrifice of the quality and freshness of the produce - an opportunity for companies to increase profits through reducing wastage and offering longer shelf life products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Foodservice:** The use of vegetable noodles catered towards the foodservice industry is a disruptive innovation opportunity for restaurants and cafeterias looking to cater to health-conscious consumers without sacrificing taste or convenience. - **Health and Wellness:** The use of vegetable noodles in traditional dishes offers a healthier option for consumers, and as such, is an opportunity for health and wellness-focused companies to further innovate and expand their consumer base. - **Product Manufacturing:** The creation of vegetable noodles opens up new possibilities for manufacturers to create new products, packaging materials and preservation techniques to extend the shelf life of fresh produce in a cost-effective way. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Carb Linguini Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leanguini.md) - [Yellow Pea-Based Spaghettis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb.md) - [Low-Carb Vegan Spaghetti Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/srslylowcarb-spaghetti-bolognese.md) - [Health-Focused Ready-To-Eat Pasta Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-pasta-meals.md) - [Pea-Based Lasagna Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-lasagna.md) - [Instant Protein Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangle-protein-pasta.md) - [Protein-Rich Low-Carb Noodle Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dry-noodles.md) - [Flavorful Zero-Carb Ready-To-Eat Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-pasta.md) - [Nutritious Pasta Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-pasta-sides.md)