# Vegetable-Powered Pasta Meals Noodles & Company is Expanding Its Menu with Zucchini Noodle Dishes By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-05-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zucchini-noodle References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/noodles--company-receives-guest-praise-for-zoodles-extends-zucchini-based-menu-options-300841640.html) & [noodles](http://www.noodles.com) After introducing Zoodles to its menu last spring, Noodles & Company is expanding its offerings to include two new zucchini noodle-based items. Knowing that many people are looking for [lighter, healthier, plant-powered options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunny-luna), Noodles & Company is introducing Zucchini & Asparagus with Lemon Sauce and Zucchetti in White Wine Garlic Sauce with Balsamic Chicken. While the Zucchini & Asparagus with Lemon Sauce dish features fresh Roma tomatoes, roasted zucchini and a creamy, tangy sauce that's topped with toasted breadcrumbs and parsley, the Zucchetti in White Wine Garlic Sauce with Balsamic Chicken offers a mix of equal parts [zucchini noodles and spaghetti noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/readytoeat-pasta). These light, fresh and colorful takes on traditional pasta dishes offer intriguing ways for diners to add more vegetables to their plate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.4/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Plant-powered Menu Options:** Expanding menus to include vegetable-based dishes provides innovative alternatives for healthier, plant-based dining experiences. - **Zucchini Noodles:** The introduction of zucchini noodles as a pasta substitute allows for more creative and nutritious meal options. - **Lighter Pasta Alternatives:** Offering lighter pasta alternatives, such as zucchini noodles, appeals to customers seeking healthier and low-carb options. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurant:** Restaurants can leverage the growing demand for healthier dining options by introducing plant-based dishes on their menus. - **Food Manufacturing:** Food manufacturers can explore incorporating zucchini noodles into their product offerings to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Food Delivery:** Food delivery companies can partner with restaurants offering zucchini noodle dishes to tap into the demand for healthier meal options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Low-Carb Linguini Noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leanguini.md) - [Plant-Based Breaded Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-impossible-panko-chicken.md) - [Cheesy Parmesan Pasta Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-parmesan-1.md) - [Three-Ingredient Veggie Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggie-pasta.md) - [Yellow Pea-Based Spaghettis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb.md) - [Savory Stuffed Pasta Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noodles-company-stuffed-pasta.md) - [Meatless Orange Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meatless-orange-chicken.md) - [Nutritious Pasta Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenb-pasta-sides.md) - [Asian-Inspired Citrus Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-apple-citrus-salad.md)