# Fish-Free Filets Gardein's Vegetarian Fish Filets Are a Great Soure of Fiber, Protein & Omega-3s By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-11-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetarian-fish References: [nrashow.restaurant.org](http://nrashow.restaurant.org/nra2014/public/eBooth.aspx?BoothID=125933) & [gardein](http://gardein.com/products/golden-fishless-filet-cnd/) Rather than having to look to fish from the sea as a source of [protein and omega-3s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-omega3), Gardein's [vegan and vegetarian fish filets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-cod-alternative) use a variety of [plant-based alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegchop) instead. In terms of look and texture, the Golden Fishless Filet could easily fool a carnivore into thinking it was the real deal. The faux fish have a bread-like coating and a convincingly fish-like interior made from non-GMO soy, wheat, canola, ancient grains and vegetables like peas and carrots. For those who adhere to a vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free or kosher diet, a serving of the Golden Fishless Filet is a great way to get your nutritional fill of fiber, without loads of cholesterol and trans fat, especially if you're opting to eat a fish-less version of fish and chips, or fish tacos. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Plant-based Alternatives:** Opportunity exists for the development of more plant-based alternatives to traditional animal products, catering to consumers seeking environmentally-friendly and ethical food options. - **Mimicking Texture and Taste:** There is room for innovation in creating plant-based foods that closely mimic the texture and taste of meat and seafood, appealing to those looking to reduce their consumption of animal products. - **Specialty Diets:** The rise in specialty diets, such as vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and kosher, creates opportunities for companies to develop convenient and tasty options that cater to specific dietary requirements. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Plant-based Food Industry:** The plant-based food industry is positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for sustainable and cruelty-free food products. - **Alternative Protein Industry:** Innovative companies in the alternative protein industry have the potential to disrupt the traditional meat and seafood markets by offering environmentally-friendly and animal-free options. - **Specialty Food Industry:** The specialty food industry can tap into the rising market of consumers following specialty diets by providing a wide range of delicious and nutritionally balanced options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jackfruit-Based Fish Filets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gluten-free-battered-plantbased-fish-fillets.md) - [Plant-Based Fish Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schouten.md) - [Plant-Powered Fish Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omni-golden-fillet.md) - [Sustainable Seafood-Free Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fishless-fillets.md) - [Crispy Vegan Fish Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-fish-burger.md) - [Alt Fish Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-fsh.md) - [Nutritious Plant-Based Fish Fillets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kinda-cod.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Fish-Inspired Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-fish-product.md) - [Plant-Based Tinned Fish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cap-vegetal.md)