Market overview
The global lentil protein market is worth USD 45 mn in 2026 and is forecast to reach USD 168 mn by 2036, growing at a 14.0% CAGR. United States is the largest country market and Concentrate is the largest by form segment.
| Scope | Protein concentrates and isolates extracted from lentils for food and drink: meat and dairy alternatives, bakery, pasta, snacks and sports nutrition. |
|---|---|
| Industry | Food and Beverage |
| Value 2025 | USD 40 mn |
| Value 2026 | USD 45 mn |
| Value 2036 | USD 168 mn |
| CAGR 2026-2036 | 14.0% |
| Volume 2026 | 5,594 tonnes |
| Volume 2036 | 18,774 tonnes |
| Average price 2026 | USD 8,080 per tonne |
| Report price | Starts from USD 1,999 |
| Published | November 2026 |
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Lentil Protein market size and forecast, 2026-2036
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| Year | Market value |
|---|---|
| 2026 | USD 45 mn |
| 2027 | USD 52 mn |
| 2028 | USD 59 mn |
| 2029 | USD 67 mn |
| 2030 | USD 76 mn |
| 2031 | USD 87 mn |
| 2032 | USD 99 mn |
| 2033 | USD 113 mn |
| 2034 | USD 129 mn |
| 2035 | USD 147 mn |
| 2036 | USD 168 mn |
Lentil Protein market segmentation
By form
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concentrate | 50.0% | 41.6% | USD 23 mn | 11.9% |
| Isolate | 30.0% | 38.6% | USD 14 mn | 16.9% |
| Flour and texturised | 20.0% | 19.8% | USD 9.0 mn | 13.9% |
By application
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| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meat alternatives | 30.0% | 33.7% | USD 14 mn | 15.3% |
| Bakery and pasta | 26.0% | 21.5% | USD 12 mn | 11.8% |
| Snacks and extruded foods | 22.0% | 20.8% | USD 9.9 mn | 13.3% |
| Dairy alternatives | 14.0% | 17.2% | USD 6.3 mn | 16.4% |
| Other | 8.0% | 6.9% | USD 3.6 mn | 12.3% |
By lentil type
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red lentil | 42.0% | 40.0% | USD 19 mn | 13.4% |
| Green lentil | 34.0% | 35.0% | USD 15 mn | 14.3% |
| Brown and other lentil | 24.0% | 25.0% | USD 11 mn | 14.5% |
By extraction method
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry fractionation | 46.0% | 42.0% | USD 21 mn | 13.0% |
| Wet extraction | 44.0% | 47.0% | USD 20 mn | 14.8% |
| Enzymatic and fermentation-assisted | 10.0% | 11.0% | USD 4.5 mn | 15.1% |
By label claim
| Segment | Share 2026 | Share 2036 | Value 2026 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional | 70.0% | 64.0% | USD 32 mn | 13.0% |
| Organic | 20.0% | 24.0% | USD 9.0 mn | 16.1% |
| Non-GMO and allergen-free | 10.0% | 12.0% | USD 4.5 mn | 16.1% |
Top 25 countries for lentil protein by revenue
Countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales in the country, not by where the product is made. The ten largest hold 90.0% of 2026 revenue and the 25 countries below together hold 97.2%.
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| # | Country | Value 2026 | Share 2026 | Value 2036 | CAGR 2026-36 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | USD 14 mn | 32.0% | USD 54 mn | 14.1% |
| 2 | Canada | USD 5.4 mn | 12.0% | USD 18 mn | 13.0% |
| 3 | Germany | USD 4.1 mn | 9.0% | USD 15 mn | 13.6% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | USD 3.6 mn | 8.0% | USD 13 mn | 14.0% |
| 5 | France | USD 2.7 mn | 6.0% | USD 8.9 mn | 12.6% |
| 6 | China | USD 2.7 mn | 6.0% | USD 13 mn | 17.0% |
| 7 | Netherlands | USD 2.3 mn | 5.0% | USD 7.7 mn | 13.1% |
| 8 | India | USD 2.3 mn | 5.0% | USD 10 mn | 16.1% |
| 9 | Australia | USD 1.8 mn | 4.0% | USD 6.2 mn | 13.1% |
| 10 | Japan | USD 1.4 mn | 3.0% | USD 4.4 mn | 12.4% |
| 11 | Italy | USD 0.40 mn | 0.9% | USD 1.4 mn | 13.2% |
| 12 | Spain | USD 0.32 mn | 0.7% | USD 1.1 mn | 13.2% |
| 13 | Belgium | USD 0.27 mn | 0.6% | USD 0.96 mn | 13.4% |
| 14 | Sweden | USD 0.25 mn | 0.6% | USD 0.85 mn | 13.1% |
| 15 | Denmark | USD 0.23 mn | 0.5% | USD 0.79 mn | 13.3% |
| 16 | Poland | USD 0.21 mn | 0.5% | USD 0.96 mn | 16.2% |
| 17 | Switzerland | USD 0.20 mn | 0.5% | USD 0.70 mn | 13.2% |
| 18 | Turkey | USD 0.19 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.87 mn | 16.2% |
| 19 | South Korea | USD 0.19 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.82 mn | 16.1% |
| 20 | Brazil | USD 0.18 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.80 mn | 16.1% |
| 21 | Mexico | USD 0.17 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.77 mn | 16.2% |
| 22 | Russia | USD 0.17 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.50 mn | 11.6% |
| 23 | Ireland | USD 0.16 mn | 0.4% | USD 0.57 mn | 13.3% |
| 24 | Austria | USD 0.16 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.55 mn | 13.3% |
| 25 | Israel | USD 0.15 mn | 0.3% | USD 0.54 mn | 13.3% |
| Rest of world | USD 1.3 mn | 2.8% | USD 4.8 mn | 14.2% |
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Competitive landscape
Group 1: Global leaders
- Ingredion
- AGT Food and Ingredients
Group 2: Regional and specialist players
- Anchor Ingredients
- Best Cooking Pulses
- Verdient Foods
Research methodology
Every figure on this page comes from the research framework that we apply to all of the markets we cover. The 2025 base for the lentil protein market is built from the volume sold and the price that buyers pay, and is cross-checked against the size of the wider industry the market belongs to. Where a market can be sized in more than one way, the routes are compared before a figure is set.
The forecast runs year by year from the 2025 base to 2036. Growth in each year reflects demand from the industries that buy the product, adoption of new technology, pricing, regulation and replacement cycles. Volume and price are modelled together, so revenue in each year equals volume multiplied by average price. The 2026 to 2036 compound annual growth rate of 14.0% is calculated from the resulting values.
The market is divided by form, by application, by lentil type, by extraction method, by label claim. The 25 largest countries are ranked by revenue earned from sales to buyers in each country, not by where the product is made. Segment values and country values add up to the market total in every year, and every report is checked for consistency before it is published.
Companies are placed in three groups: global leaders, regional and specialist players, and emerging and niche players. The groups describe how companies compete in the market. They are not a ranking and they are not market shares.
Our analysts also carry out primary research. Customized reports add interviews with key opinion leaders, such as senior executives, technical specialists and buyers, to test the assumptions behind the numbers for the question being asked.
Frequently asked questions
How big is the lentil protein market?
The global lentil protein market is estimated at USD 40 mn in 2025 and USD 45 mn in 2026.
How fast will the lentil protein market grow?
It is forecast to reach USD 168 mn by 2036, a compound annual growth rate of 14.0% from 2026, an increase of USD 122 mn.
Which country is the largest market for lentil protein?
United States is the largest market by revenue at USD 14 mn in 2026, 32.0% of the global total. The three largest countries together hold 53.0%.
Which country is growing fastest?
Among the ten largest markets, China is growing fastest at 17.0% a year from 2026 to 2036.
Which lentil protein segment is largest?
In the by form split, Concentrate is the largest segment with 50.0% of 2026 revenue.
Who are the leading lentil protein companies?
Global leaders include Ingredion, AGT Food and Ingredients.
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