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# Veggie Corn Dogs
This Corn Dog from MorningStar Farms is a Vegetarian Option

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-11-20 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-corn-dogs
References: [altmeat](http://www.altmeat.com/posts/17/morningstars_veggie_corn_dogs) & [morningstarfarms](https://www.morningstarfarms.com/products/veggie-dogs/veggie-corn-dogs)

If someone were to hand you one of [MorningStar Farms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancake-and-sausage)' Veggie Corn Dogs, you probably wouldn't have any idea that it's a vegetarian-friendly option. Because it contains egg and milk ingredients, it isn't quite vegan, but even if you don't stick to a [plant-powered diet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegetarian-frozen-entrees), this corn dog contains about 75% less fat than other popular beef corn dog varieties, which is a much healthier option for meat eaters.

Instead of a meat-based hot dog, this snack features a veggie dog that's been wrapped in a coating of cornmeal. Per serving, the [veggie corn dog](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mopo-corn-dog) only contains 150 calories and 0.5 grams of trans fat and is enriched with B1 and B2 vitamins to make sure that vegetarians can indulge in a great food on a stick while still being mindful of their health.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.2/10
- Popularity: 51% | Activity: 38% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **Vegetarian Fast Food:** MorningStar Farms' Veggie Corn Dogs represent a trend of offering vegetarian alternatives to classic fast food items.
- **Healthier Food On-the-go:** The popularity of MorningStar Farms' Veggie Corn Dogs suggest a trend towards offering healthier and portable food options.
- **Alternative Protein Sources:** MorningStar Farms' Veggie Corn Dogs are a part of the larger trend of finding alternative protein sources to replace meat-based options.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can benefit from offering vegetarian alternatives to classic meat-based menu items.
- **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for alternative protein sources by creating vegetarian-friendly versions of popular dishes.
- **Health Food:** Health food stores can capture the trend towards offering healthier on-the-go food options by carrying products like MorningStar Farms' Veggie Corn Dogs.

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