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Saudi Arabia Plant-Based Proteins Market Overview

Market Size in 2024: USD 0.07 Billion

Market Size in 2033: USD 0.13 Billion

Market Growth Rate 2025-2033: 6.53%

According to IMARC Group’s latest research publication, “Saudi Arabia Plant-Based Proteins Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Source, Type, Nature, Application, and Region, 2025-2033”, The Saudi Arabia plant-based proteins market size reached USD 0.07 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 0.13 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 6.53% during 2025-2033.

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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Saudi Arabia Plant-Based Proteins Market

• AI-powered product development is letting Saudi plant-based protein startups speed up recipe formulation and flavor testing, cutting R&D timelines by nearly 30 percent across the board.
• Smart farms using AI-driven lighting and irrigation are raising local yields for peas and lentils, improving ingredient availability for domestic protein brands across the Kingdom.
• Food tech companies are harnessing AI for consumer preference analysis, revealing over 60 percent of urban Saudis seek customized plant-based products suited for fitness and wellness.
• The government’s new tech initiatives, including grants supporting AI adoption in agri-food production, have drawn fresh investments into Saudi plant-based protein ventures this year.
• AI is optimizing plant-based protein manufacturing, allowing companies to slash energy and water use by up to 20 percent—supporting both cost savings and Saudi Green Initiative goals.

Saudi Arabia Plant-Based Proteins Market Trends & Drivers:

The push towards healthier eating habits is steering consumers in Saudi Arabia to explore plant-based protein options more than ever, with health-conscious shoppers driving demand across supermarkets, food apps, and even fast food outlets. Major food retailers like Panda and Tamimi are expanding their shelves with plant-based meat substitutes and protein supplements, reacting to a noticeable uptick in sales volumes. A recent market survey indicates nearly one in five Saudi urban consumers now buys plant-based protein products regularly, motivated by benefits like lower cholesterol, weight management, and lifestyle diseases prevention. Leading brands are leveraging local influencer partnerships and targeted social media campaigns to educate the public and boost trial rates, turning plant-based proteins into a fast-moving grocery category.

Another crucial driver is the Saudi government’s commitment to food security and sustainable agriculture. Through ambitious initiatives like the Saudi Green Initiative, the government continues to encourage dietary shifts away from meat, offering funding and incentives to food tech startups focusing on plant-based and alternative proteins. Recent regulatory approvals have also eased the launch of new plant-based products, while import tariffs on selected raw ingredients have been lowered to support local manufacturing. These steps are prompting global players like Beyond Meat and local innovators like Naba Foods to scale production, create jobs, and introduce more regional flavors tailored for Saudi consumers, making plant-based eating both accessible and attractive.

Innovation and investment are also coming from major quick-service restaurants and foodservice chains, who are rolling out plant-based menu items to cater to shifting consumer tastes and ESG commitments. For example, AlBaik and Burgerizzr have both piloted plant-based burger patties, reporting double-digit growth in trial orders and menu penetration across Riyadh and Jeddah locations. Food tech companies are investing in R&D to improve the texture and protein content of products, while partnerships with gym chains and healthy meal planners are tapping into Saudi Arabia’s growing fitness and wellness culture. This ecosystem effect is making plant-based proteins a staple not only for vegans, but for flexitarians and mainstream diners alike.

Saudi Arabia Plant-Based Proteins Industry Segmentation:

The report has segmented the market into the following categories:

Source Insights:

• Soy
• Wheat
• Pea
• Others

Type Insights:

• Concentrates
• Isolates
• Textured

Nature Insights:

• Conventional
• Organic

Application Insights:

• Food
  • Meat Alternatives
  • Dairy Alternatives
  • Bakery Products
  • Performance Nutrition
  • Convenience Foods
  • Others
• Feed

Regional Insights:

• Northern and Central Region
• Western Region
• Eastern Region
• Southern Region

Competitive Landscape:

The competitive landscape of the industry has also been examined along with the profiles of the key players.

Recent News and Developments in Saudi Arabia Plant-Based Proteins Market

• September 2025: Saudi Green Initiative awards grants to food tech startups for water-efficient, AI-powered plant protein manufacturing, boosting local production by 20%.
• July 2025: Leading grocers launch AI-personalized protein blends, driving a 32% increase in monthly sales of plant-based products in urban supermarkets.
• June 2025: AlBaik unveils its first vegan burger, capturing 18% of trial orders in Riyadh after successful influencer-led social media buzz.

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