Lentil Protein Market expected to reach US$190.394 million by 2030
Lentil Protein Market Trends & Forecast
As per Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence (KSI) latest report, the lentil protein market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.70% to reach a market size of US$190.394 million by 2030 from US$151.363 million in 2025.
Rising demand for plant-based proteins and growing demand for consumer preference for sustainable, ethical, and types of protein are driving the market for lentil protein. In March 2022, Louis Dreyfus Company B.V. announced that they are entering into the new plant proteins business as part of its commitment to helping shape a strong and sustainable food system. They announced a new R&D facility dedicated to their plant proteins business in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, US. As part of their strategic growth plans to move further downstream and diversify revenue through the rapidly-growing plant-based foods market through plant protein extraction and food & beverage applications.
Further, water lentil protein contains the highest level of Essential Amino Acids and Branched-Chain Amino Acids of all plant proteins. Its amino acid profile is comparable to animal proteins like whey and egg. These are perfect ingredients to make products more nutritious and boost the protein content. Rubisco Foods is a Dutch company that produces and develops innovative plant-based food and feed ingredients, with a specialisation in the production of water lentil and alfalfa protein powders. They specialize in protein ingredients that are non-GMO and allergen-free. In April 2023, EFSA (European Food Safety Authority) confirmed that the protein concentrate that Rubisco Foods extracts from water lentils is food-safe.
In February 2025, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) officially approved water lentils, also known as duckweed, for production and consumption as fresh vegetables in the EU. Water lentils are high in vitamins and minerals and have a high protein content at dry weight. In addition, their exponential growth means they produce very high yields per hectare, so cultivation requires relatively little space.
ATURA offers in the food and beverage industry to sustainably meet the demand for protein-rich, plant-origin diets backed by science. There red lentil protein, 55% (Lens esculenta), is a natural high protein source, produced to the highest standards. The product has a pulse flavour and is made with a gentle process to ensure great product quality. In April 2024, the company completed the UK site expansion with £20m. With the final stage of the Deltagen UK site expansion completed, ATURA’s range of plant-based proteins will expand for customers and the strategic direction of the business.
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Lentil Protein Market Report Highlights
- Lentil protein market, by form, is divided into concentrates, hydrolysates, and isolates. The concentrates are used in bars, snacks, and baked goods, thus high in demand for the application in innovative food items. The hydrolysates are used for sports functional products and gym enthusiasts, the key driver of the growing demand for health development goals.
- Lentil protein market, by type, is divided into organic and inorganic. The organic segment is growing significantly as the rising consumer awareness about seeking clean-label products. Inorganic types are generally more affordable than organic options, making them accessible to a broader market.
- By application, the lentil protein market is segmented into animal feed, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, and nutraceuticals. The growing demand for meat products across the different regions of the world is driving the demand for better-quality lentil protein for the feed for cattle, pigs, and poultry to enhance the protein content in the cattle industry. The food and beverage sector is one of the largest consumers of lentil protein, driven by the growing demand for clean-label foods and vegan movements.
- Asia Pacific will be the fastest-growing market during the forecast period, driven by huge population, urbanization, and investment in countries like China and India.
- North America is anticipated to see considerable growth, fueled by a continuous rise in consumer demands, and growing demand for the vegan protein substitutes and rising demand for the health products.
Lentil Protein Market Segmentation
Knowledge Sourcing Intelligence has segmented the global Lentil protein market based on form, type, and application, and region:
Lentil protein market, By Form
- Concentrates
- Hydrolysates
- Isolates
Lentil protein market, By Type
- Organic
- Inorganic
Lentil protein market, By Application
- Animal Feed
- Food and Beverages
- Pharmaceuticals
- Nutraceutical
Lentil Protein Market, By Region
- North America
- U.S.
- Canada
- Mexico
- South America
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Others
- Europe
- Germany
- Spain
- UK
- France
- Italy
- Others
- Middle East and Africa (MEA)
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Israel
- Others
- Asia Pacific
- China
- Japan
- India
- South Korea
- Thailand
- Taiwan
- Others
Lentil Protein Market Key Players
- AGT Food and Ingredients
- Batory Foods
- Milhão Alimentos
- Cargill, Inc.
- Parabel USA Inc.
- Henry Broch Foods.
- Ingredion Inc.
- BI Nutraceuticals: Inc
- Biorefinery Solutions
Report Coverage:
| Report Metric | Details |
| Growth Rate | CAGR of 4.70% |
| Study Period | 2020 to 2030 |
| Historical Data | 2020 to 2023 |
| Base Year | 2024 |
| Forecast Period | 2025 – 2030 |
| Forecast Unit (Value) | USD Million |
| Segmentation | Form, Type, Application, Geography |
| Geographical Segmentation | North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and Africa, Asia Pacific |
| List of Major Companies in Lentil Protein Market | Cronos Group Inc., Prenatal S.p.A, Cardinal Gates, Inc., Dorel Industries Inc., Summer Infant (USA), Inc. |
| Customization Scope | Free report customization with purchase |
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