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PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1760116
Frozen vegan foods are plant-based meals or ingredients that are pre-cooked or partially cooked and then frozen to preserve their taste, quality, and nutritional value. These products offer a quick, easy, and healthy option for individuals following a vegan lifestyle, catering to the growing demand for ethical, eco-friendly, and health-conscious food choices.
The main types of frozen vegan foods include frozen desserts, frozen meals, frozen snacks, frozen vegetables, and frozen pizza. Frozen desserts made from plant-based ingredients such as almond, oat, or coconut milk are becoming increasingly popular as indulgent, dairy-free alternatives for plant-based and lactose-intolerant consumers. These products are made from various ingredients, including grains and plant-based proteins, and come in different packaging types such as bulk, multi-serve, and single-serve. They are distributed through multiple channels, including supermarkets, health food stores, online retailers, convenience stores, and club stores. These products serve a wide range of end users, including households, restaurants, cafes, healthcare facilities, and others.
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The frozen vegan foods market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from$4.94 billion in 2024 to $5.46 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.4%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to the rising popularity of vegan and flexitarian lifestyles, growing awareness of plant-based diets, the expansion of frozen food retail chains, increasing health consciousness among consumers, and improvements in plant-based meat and dairy alternatives.
The frozen vegan foods market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to$8.04 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.2%. The growth during the forecast period can be attributed to an increasing vegan and flexitarian consumer base, rising demand for plant-based convenience foods, expansion of retail and e-commerce distribution channels, growing cases of lactose intolerance and dairy-free dietary preferences, and a surge in investment and innovation in plant-based food alternatives. Major trends in the forecast period include innovations in plant-based proteins and ingredients, technological advancements in freezing and food preservation, strategic partnerships and acquisitions within the vegan food industry, and advancements in cryogenic freezing and shelf-life extension technologies.
The accelerated growth in the packaged food and beverage sector is expected to drive the expansion of the frozen vegan foods market. Packaged food and beverages refer to pre-prepared and processed food and drink products that are sealed in containers for retail sale, offering extended shelf life. As urbanization continues to rise, the demand for packaged food and beverages is increasing, driven by fast-paced city lifestyles that prioritize convenience. Frozen vegan foods are becoming a popular choice within this sector due to their convenience, long shelf life, and alignment with the growing trend of plant-based diets. For example, in October 2023, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) reported that in 2022, exports of processed food and beverage products reached a record high of $54.3 billion, a 14.1% increase from 2021. This growing trend in packaged food and beverages is fueling the growth of the frozen vegan foods market.
Leading companies in the frozen vegan foods market are focusing on innovative products, such as plant-based chicken, to cater to the increasing consumer preference for protein-rich meat alternatives. Plant-based chicken products are crafted from plant ingredients designed to replicate the taste, texture, and appearance of traditional chicken. These products provide an ethical alternative for consumers looking to reduce or eliminate animal-based foods. For example, in May 2024, Impossible Foods, a U.S.-based plant-based food company, launched its Impossible Chicken line, which includes chicken nuggets and patties, at select Whole Foods Market locations nationwide. This launch represents a significant step in expanding access to sustainable, plant-based meat alternatives that compete with traditional animal-based products in both nutrition and flavor.
In February 2025, Ahimsa Companies, a U.S.-based private equity firm, acquired Blackbird Foods for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aims to strengthen Blackbird's presence in the frozen food aisle through enhanced collaboration, retail expansion, and improved operational efficiency. With Ahimsa's shared-services model, Blackbird plans to expand its distribution, product development, and manufacturing capabilities while continuing to deliver high-quality plant-based products. Blackbird Foods is a U.S.-based manufacturer of frozen vegan foods, including frozen pizzas.
Major players in the frozen vegan foods market are Nestle S.A., Tetra Pak International S.A., Kellanova, Conagra Brands, Amy's Kitchen, Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods, Quorn, Daiya Foods, Field Roast, Gardein, Mosaic Foods, Tofurky, The Vegetarian Butcher, MorningStar Farms, Good Catch Foods, White Cub, Vbites, Chicago Town, Qishan Foods, and Siri Millet.
North America was the largest region in the frozen vegan foods market in 2024. The regions covered in frozen vegan foods report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa.
The countries covered in the frozen vegan foods market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The frozen vegan foods market consists of sales of frozen fruits and vegetables, vegan burgers and sausages, vegan pizzas, and vegan nuggets and tenders. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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