The global pea processed ingredients market reached USD 7.72 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow from USD 8.51 billion in 2026 to USD 20.39 billion by 2035, registering a 10.2% CAGR during the forecast period (2026–2035).

What’s driving the growth?

• Rising demand for plant-based protein across food and beverage applications
• Rapid expansion of vegan and flexitarian diets worldwide
• Increased consumer focus on clean-label, allergen-friendly, and sustainable ingredients
• Growing use of pea protein in meat alternatives, dairy alternatives, sports nutrition, bakery, and snacks

Pea ingredients including protein isolates, concentrates, starches, and fibers are valued for their high nutritional profile, neutral taste, and functional versatility. Manufacturers are investing in innovation to improve texture, solubility, and flavor performance, making pea-based formulations more appealing to mainstream consumers.

With sustainability becoming a major purchasing factor, peas offer an eco-friendly protein source with lower environmental impact compared to animal-based proteins, further strengthening long-term market potential.