Saudi Arabia Plant-based Seafood Market

Saudi Arabia Plant-based Seafood Market Overview:

The Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market size reached USD 1.0 Million in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 11.4 Million by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 28.20% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by the growing concerns regarding the health implications of high seafood and meat consumption, rising problems of overfishing, habitat destruction of marine ecosystems, and high water use related to traditional seafood production, and improvements in food technology.

Saudi Arabia Plant-based Seafood Market Trends:

Rising Health Awareness and Dietary Shifts

Increased concerns regarding the health implications of seafood and meat consumption is leading Saudi Arabian consumers to seek out plant-based alternatives. Conventional seafood, though a critical source of omega-3 fatty acids and protein, tends to carry the risks of mercury contamination, microplastics, and cholesterol. Plant-based seafood offerings are viewed as cleaner, safer, and more in line with contemporary dietary needs. This transition is particularly significant among city dwellers, where lifestyle diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes are becoming more common. Moreover, state-sponsored health initiatives promoting balanced dieting are supporting this trend. International plant-based food companies entering the Saudi market are also expanding the range of healthy and innovative seafood substitutes. They appeal not only to vegetarians or vegans but also to flexitarians who are looking to minimize their consumption of animal products without sacrificing taste or nutritional content. As per vegan food statistics and trends 2025 by Veganizing it, in Saudi Arabia 37.5% people consumed a vegetarian diet and 11.3% are vegans.

Environmental Concerns and Sustainability Initiatives

Environmental sustainability is becoming a key issue throughout the Middle East, including Saudi Arabia, as climate change and resource scarcity is increasingly becoming evident. Overfishing, habitat destruction of marine ecosystems, and high water use related to traditional seafood production are encouraging consumers and policymakers alike to look for sustainable food options. Plant-based seafood presents a lower environmental impact, using fewer natural resources and producing less carbon emissions than traditional seafood farming or fishing. Alternative protein sectors in Saudi Arabia are receiving a boost with the Vision 2030 plan, which is focusing on economic diversification and sustainable development. The initiative promotes food security and ecological sustainability, which opens opportunities for plant-based seafood manufacturers to take off with partnerships, subsidies, and regulations. In 2024, Saudi Arabia's Agricultural Development Fund sanctioned SR2 billion ($533.33 million) in credit facilities and loans that focus on increasing food sustainability and security across the Kingdom. This strategic funding was used for a variety of agricultural projects, such as the production of red meat and poultry, greenhouse farming, aquaculture, and cold storage facilities.

Innovation in Food Technology and Product Availability

Improvements in food technology are making seafood-type plant-based seafood more attractive and available in Saudi Arabia. Contemporary food tech entrepreneurs are using high-protein pulses, algae, and other vegetable-based materials to mimic the taste, texture, and nutritional makeup of conventional seafood. These advancements are instrumental in breaking the pervasive consumer mistrust that plant-based foods taste less like their meat-based counterparts. With the aid of extrusion technology, flavor enhancers, and exclusive fermentation methods, companies are making top-quality substitutes for fish, shrimp, crab, and even sushi-grade seafood. Apart from this, increasing investment from both venture capital firms and global food companies is thus influencing the commercialization of these products. The retail and food service industries in Saudi Arabia are meeting this innovation with increased offerings. High-end restaurants and large supermarket chains are adding plant-based seafood products to their menus, generating awareness and consumer trials. The IMARC Group predicts that the Saudi Arabia foodservice market size is expected to reach USD 58,310 Million by 2033.

Saudi Arabia Plant-based Seafood Market Segmentation:

IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on product type and distribution channel.

Product Type Insights:

• Fish Products 
• Prawn and Shrimp Products
• Crab Products 

The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the product type. This includes fish products, prawn and shrimp products, and crab products.

Distribution Channel Insights:

• Supermarkets and Hypermarkets 
• Convenience Stores 
• Online
• Others

A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the distribution channel have also been provided in the report. This includes supermarkets and hypermarkets, convenience stores, online, and others.

Regional Insights:

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

The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include northern and central region, western region, eastern region, and southern region.

Competitive Landscape:

The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.

Saudi Arabia Plant-based Seafood Market Report Coverage:

Key Questions Answered in This Report:

• How has the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market performed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market on the basis of product type?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market on the basis of distribution channel?
• What is the breakup of the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market on the basis of region?
• What are the various stages in the value chain of the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market? 
• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood?
• What is the structure of the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market and who are the key players?
• What is the degree of competition in the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market? 

Key Benefits for Stakeholders:

• IMARC’s industry report offers a comprehensive quantitative analysis of various market segments, historical and current market trends, market forecasts, and dynamics of the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market from 2019-2033.
• The research report provides the latest information on the market drivers, challenges, and opportunities in the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood market.
• Porter's five forces analysis assist stakeholders in assessing the impact of new entrants, competitive rivalry, supplier power, buyer power, and the threat of substitution. It helps stakeholders to analyze the level of competition within the Saudi Arabia plant-based seafood industry and its attractiveness.
• Competitive landscape allows stakeholders to understand their competitive environment and provides an insight into the current positions of key players in the market.