# Cauliflower-Packed Onion Rings Farmwise's Veggie Rings are Gluten-Free and Better-for-You By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-04-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-ring References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/farmwise-makers-of-veggie-fries-veggie-tots--veggie-rings-closes-fundraising-round-led-by-cleveland-avenue-llc-investment-firm-300627196.html) & [eatveggiefries](https://eatveggiefries.com/products/veggie-rings/) Although onion rings are often substituted for fries with a fast food order, they tend to be choice that's not any better in terms of nutrition—but Farmwise's Veggie Rings are reinventing the comforting snack as a better-for-you, vegetable-powered alternative. Farmwise's Veggie Rings are offered in two varieties: Cauliflower and [Butternut Squash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauldron-butternut-red-chilli-bites). The Cauliflower, Beans & Onion Veggie Rings are not only [gluten-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feel-good-foods-crispy-chicken-bites), but also a good source of fiber, protein and Vitamin C, with 12 rings providing the equivalent of two servings of vegetables. The Veggie Rings from Farmwise are made with non-GMO ingredients and are additionally free of the top eight allergens. Preparing the Veggie Rings is no different than usual, with the option to bake the frozen rings in a convection or toaster oven until golden and crispy. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 42% | 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vegetable-powered Snacks:** Farmwise's Veggie Rings offer a better-for-you alternative to traditional onion rings, tapping into the trend of vegetable-powered snacks. - **Gluten-free Options:** The gluten-free Veggie Rings cater to the growing demand for gluten-free food choices, providing a disruptive innovation opportunity in the snack industry. - **Health-conscious Comfort Food:** The Veggie Rings from Farmwise combine the indulgence of onion rings with the health benefits of vegetables, reflecting the trend of health-conscious comfort food. ### Who This Affects Most - **Frozen Food:** Farmwise's Veggie Rings disrupt the frozen food industry by introducing a healthier option in the form of vegetable-packed onion rings. - **Snack Food:** The Veggie Rings offer a new option in the snack food industry, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking alternative, better-for-you snacks. - **Allergen-free Food:** By being free of the top eight allergens, Farmwise's Veggie Rings tap into the allergen-free food industry, providing a disruptive innovation opportunity in this market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cauliflower-Crusted Mozzarella Sticks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mozzarella-style-sticks.md) - [Nutrient-Rich Vegetable Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/root-foods-vegetable-chips.md) - [Stuffed Cauliflower Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cauliflower-bite.md) - [Veggie-Packed Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-praegers-sensible-foods.md) - [Plant-Based Onion Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-onion-flowers.md) - [Tangy Onion Ring Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sour-cream-onion-flavored-rings.md) - [Better-for-You Onion Ring Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lesserevil-moonions.md) - [Cruciferous Snack Puffs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baked-puffs.md) - [Delectable Veggie Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delectable-veggie-burgers.md)