Is new always better? When it comes to food, this may be true! Here are five food trends that are looking to replace last year’s “it” foods.

Out: Nut Butters / In: Seed Butters 

seed butter

Do you remember when the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich got a revamp? Almond butter and even cashew butter joined the shelves but now seed butters are gaining in popularity. Sunflower, pumpkin, and even watermelon seeds are being ground to offer tasty alternatives to the typical nut butters. We guarantee these seed butters can be found on trendy toasts!

Out: Coconut Water / In: Maple Water & Cactus Water  

cactus water

It’s hard to think of a time when coconut water wasn’t the “go to” drink for extra hydration. In fact, water in general has been getting pretty fancy. Two new waters that are making headway are maple water and cactus water. Maple water is a nice option for those looking for a water with some sweetness and cactus water even has skin revitalizing benefits!

Out: Soy Milk & Almond Milk / In: Oat Milk  

oat milk

There’s a new milk alternative in town – oat milk! Soy milk and almond milk are milks of the past. Join the oat extravaganza and try out this delicious dairy-free nut-free milk. Plus, oat milk is packed with great fiber and protein. Popular milk alternative brands are even offering their own version of oat milk!

Out: Whole Grain Pasta / In: Chickpea Pasta  

chick peas

Did you know that there’s an even healthier way to eat pasta? Instead of reaching for whole grain pasta, consider trying chickpea pasta. There’s no need to worry about the fact that this pasta is made of beans. The texture is incredibly similar to regular pasta and easily has more nutrients! Bonus: it’s gluten-free!

Out: Quinoa / In: Forbidden Rice

forbidden rice

We haven’t forgotten about our friends who love those Instagram worthy shots. While quinoa is healthy, tasty, and even comes in a tri-color variety, we can’t deny the appeal of forbidden rice. The deep black hues of this rice offer a fantastic contrast to a plateful of color vegetables, and tastes just as good, if not better, than other grains!

Keep an eye out for these new foods in your grocery stores and let us know which one you like best!