Europe Plant-based Protein Market (2025-2032)
The Europe Plant-based Protein Market is expected to reach $7.83 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 8.9% during the forecast period of 2025 to 2032.
- Published
- Jan 2025
- Pages
- 150
- Format
- PDF + Excel
- Report ID
- MRFB - 104925
- Base year
- 2024
- 2032 · FORECAST
- $7.83B
- 2032
- $7.83B
- CAGR 2025–2032
- 8.9%
2024 baseline · 2025–2032 forecast at 8.9% CAGR · hover a bar for the value
Key highlights
In 2025, the Soy Proteins Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
In 2025, the Solid Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
In 2025, the Food & Beverages Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
Report summary
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Estimated Year | 2025 |
| Forecast Period | 2025–2032 |
| Market Size (2032) | USD 7.83 billion |
| CAGR (2025–2032) | 8.9% |
| Format | PDF, Excel & Cloud Portal · 150 pages |
| Segments Covered | By Type: Soy Proteins Soy Proteins Concentrates, Soy Proteins Isolates, Textured Soy Proteins, Other Types of Soy Proteins, Vital Wheat Gluten, Wheat Proteins Isolates, Hydrolyzed Wheat Proteins, Textured Wheat Proteins, Pea Proteins Isolate, Pea Proteins Concentrate, Textured Pea Proteins, Pea Proteins Hydrolysate, Pea Flour, Other Types of Pea Proteins · By Crop Type: Non- Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) crops, GMO crops · By Source Process: Conventional Plant-Based Protein ingredients, Organic Plant-Based Protein ingredients · By Form: Solid (Dry), Liquid · By Application: Bakery & Confectionery, Dairy & Dairy Alternatives, Cereals and Snacks, Soups & Sauces and Savory & Prepared Food Products, Beverages, Other Products |
| Countries Covered | Europe (Germany, France, U.K., Italy, Spain, Russia, Netherlands, Poland, Belgium, Austria, Rest of Europe) |
| Key Companies | Fragrances Inc., Lyle PLC, Axiom Foods Inc., Deiters GmbH, Emsland-Strke GmbH |
Report overview
Segments covered: type, crop type, source process, form, application. Regions: Europe.
The growth of this market is attributed to the growing demand for a protein-rich diet, rising consumer awareness regarding nutritional benefits offered by plant-based proteins, growing demand from plant-based food & beverage manufacturers, and advancement in ingredient technologies: microencapsulation. Additionally, increasing inclination towards a vegan diet and product launches by plant-based foods & protein alternative manufacturers offer significant growth opportunities for European plant-based protein vendors. However, a significant preference for animal-based proteins restrains the plant-based protein market growth.
Report infographic
Market dynamics
1 factors across 1 forceRising Popularity of Vegan and Vegetarian Diets Boost the Demand for Europe Plant-based Protein
In recent years, vegetarianism and veganism have gained popularity in Europe due to growing health awareness, environmental concerns, and animal compassion. According to the European Vegetarian Union, around 10% (3% in 2007) of Europe’s population was vegetarian, while 3% was vegan in 2022. According to a study by Veganz, a German vegan supermarket (August 2022), the number of vegans in Germany has doubled since 2016 to 2.6 million people in 2022.
Plant-based foods are popular among vegetarian & vegan consumers. According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, appropriately planned vegetarian (including vegan) diets are healthy and nutritionally adequate. They reduce the risk of certain health conditions, including ischemic heart disease, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and certain types of cancer. These diets are suitable for all stages of the human lifecycle (including pregnancy, lactation, infancy, childhood, adolescence, and older adulthood) and athletes.
Lactose-intolerant consumers demand dairy alternatives due to their impaired ability to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and other dairy products. (Source: National Institutes of Health). Lactose tolerance is widespread in Northern European countries such as Sweden and Finland. However, Turkey, Italy, Germany, and Spain have some of the highest numbers of lactose-intolerant consumers. Thus, the target audience for plant-based food & beverage products is not just limited to vegans and includes flexitarians, lactose-intolerant consumers, and even consumers looking for clean-label food & beverage options. According to data from OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2021–2032, per capita meat consumption in Europe is expected to decrease slightly from 67.6 kg in 2020 to 67 kg in 2032. This decline is mainly attributed to consumers’ growing preference for meat alternatives. According to the Good Food Institute, sales of plant-based meat increased by 3% from 2021 to 2022.
Thus, the rising popularity of vegan and vegetarian diets places a land of opportunities for the stakeholders operating in the plant-based proteins industry in Europe.
Table of contents
13 chapters · 120 sections · 150 pages · click to expandSegmental analysis
| Segment | Largest share (2025) | Fastest growth (2025–2032) |
|---|---|---|
| By Type | Soy Proteins | Pea protein |
| By Form | Solid | Liquid |
| By Application | Food & Beverages | Nutrition & health supplements |
By Type
- The Soy Proteins Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
- The soy protein segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe plant-based protein market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to higher consumer acceptance levels, low cost than other types of proteins, increased demand from plant-based food manufacturers, and immense availability and functionality.
- However, the pea protein segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to its nutritional benefits and allergen-free, gluten-free, and lactose-free properties.
- The Non-genetically Modified Organism Crops Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
- The non-genetically modified organism crops segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe plant-based protein market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to increased awareness about the harmful effects of genetically modified crops and the increased trend of clean-label products.
- Moreover, this segment is also expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.
- The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to rising demand for eco-friendly, natural, and organic food products as well as stringent regulations for GM crops in Europe.
- The Conventional Plant-based Protein Ingredients Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
- The conventional plant-based protein ingredients segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe plant-based protein market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to lower prices than organic protein ingredients, longer shelf life, and availability of substantial crop varieties.
- However, the organic plant-based protein ingredients segment is expected to grow at the fastest CAGR during the forecast period.
- The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to growing awareness regarding the health benefits of organic food products.
By Form
- The Solid Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
- The solid (dry) segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe plant-based protein market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to the growing demand for powdered plant-based proteins coupled with their rising preference considering ease of handling and transport, comparatively lower costs, low chance of formulation mistakes, and their capacity to maintain ingredient stability.
- However, the liquid segment is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period due to its improved shelf life, natural and fresh appeal, and versatility for various applications.
By Application
- The Food & Beverages Segment is Expected to Account for the Largest Share of the Europe Plant-based Protein Market
- The food and beverages segment is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe plant-based protein market.
- The large market share of this segment is attributed to high consumer demand for sustainable food products, growing awareness about the health benefits of plant proteins, increased health concerns over animal products and ingredients, increasing new product launches of plant-based products, increasing vegan population, rising meat prices, and clean label trend.
- However, the nutrition & health supplements segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period.
- The rapid growth of this segment is mainly attributed to changing lifestyles, growing health & wellness trends, increasing demand for sports nutrition, and increasing prevalence of diseases.
Geographic analysis
Europe
Fastest growthBased on country, in 2025, Germany is expected to account for the largest share of the Europe plant-based protein market. Germany’s major market share is attributed to an increased preference for plant-based foods as a sustainable alternative, the presence of aging population, the trend of a healthier lifestyle, increasing food innovations, and increasing investment in the plant-based food sector. Germany: Fastest-growing Market
Competitive landscape
- Fragrances Inc.
- Lyle PLC
- Axiom Foods Inc.
- Deiters GmbH
- Emsland-Strke GmbH
Frequently asked questions
The Europe plant-based protein market is projected to reach $7.83 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 8.9% during the forecast period.
Cite this report
Meticulous Research. (2025). Europe Plant-based Protein Market - Opportunity Analysis and Industry Forecast (2025-2032) (Report No. MRFB - 104925). Meticulous Market Research Pvt. Ltd. https://www.meticulousresearch.com/product/europe-plant-based-protein-market-5608