# Vegan Jackfruit Meatballs Lotao's Jackfruit Veggie Balls Combine Pulse Flours, Seeds & Spices By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-10-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-balls References: [foodbusinessnews.net](https://www.foodbusinessnews.net/media/photos/4314-innovation-at-anuga-2021) & [lotao](https://www.lotao.com/)  Lotao's Jackfruit Veggie Balls are organic and vegan "meatballs" that can be enjoyed as a meat-free substitute on a wide range of dishes. The veggie balls are made with 57% [jackfruit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beef-jackfruit-burger), plus other ingredients such as pulse flours, sesame seeds and spices, which are said to create a firm yet juicy texture. This meatless alternative taps into a popular plant-based ingredient, which is known for its ability to soak up flavor from sauces and seasonings. The fruit is becoming increasingly popular as people are experimenting with [plant-based eating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegchop) and searching for alternatives that can be enjoyed to their favorite comfort foods with more health and environmental benefits. Fans of these meatless meatballs from Lotao may also enjoy a similar version of the product that is [shaped into patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taste-of-the-world-burgers). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Vegan Meat Substitutes:** The rise of plant-based diets creates an opportunity for companies to develop innovative and sustainable meat substitutes. - **Jackfruit-based Products:** The trend of using jackfruit as a versatile option for vegan and vegetarian foods presents an opportunity for food companies to create new product lines. - **Pulse Flour Ingredients:** An increasing interest in pulse flours opens the door to innovative ingredient combinations for plant-based products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can capitalize on the plant-based trend by creating innovative and eco-friendly meat substitute options using ingredients like jackfruit and pulse flour. - **Vegan and Vegetarian Food:** Companies that specialize in vegan and vegetarian food production can take advantage of the rise in demand for meatless meatball options. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** Innovative plant-based food options like jackfruit veggie balls highlight the importance of sustainably-sourced ingredients and offer opportunities for sustainable agriculture initiatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jackfruit-Based Vegan Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-annies.md) - [Jackfruit-Filled Dumplings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackfruitfilled-dumplings.md) - [Jackfruit-Based Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-annies-1.md) - [Plant-Based Fish Substitutes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackfruit-fish-fillet.md) - [Jackfruit-Based Pepperoni Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackfruit-pepperoni.md) - [Vegan Jackfruit Wings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sassy-jack-chickn.md) - [Protein-Packed Meatless Meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-meatballs1.md) - [Jackfruit Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jackfruit-jerky.md) - [Pineapple Teriyaki Protein Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teriyaki-balls.md)