Fava Bean Protein Market for Falafel and Mezze Records 8.9% Growth, Signaling Global Opportunities for Plant‑Based Foods
The global fava bean protein market for falafel and mezze is expanding rapidly. Industry reports project growth from USD 1.2 billion in 2026 to USD 2.8 billion by 2036, recording a compound annual growth rate of 8.9 percent. Traditional falafel protein currently holds the largest share at 38.2 percent, while quick service restaurants account for 45.3 percent of end user demand. Leading companies such as Ingredion, Roquette, Puris, AGT Food and Ingredients, Axiom Foods, and Vestkorn Milling are driving innovation in this sector.
Turkey’s Lentil Protein Concentrate Market: Meeting the Rising Demand for Plant‑Based Protein Alternatives
Across the Middle East and globally, demand for plant‑based protein alternatives is accelerating. Health‑conscious consumers, shifting dietary preferences, and sustainability concerns are driving this transformation. Turkey, already a major producer of lentils, is now at the forefront of this movement by developing lentil protein concentrate, an ingredient that directly responds to the growing appetite for clean, plant‑based nutrition. According to the IndexBox report on Turkey’s lentil protein concentrate market, this sector is showing strong growth potential and is increasingly relevant to both domestic and international food systems.
Animetrics Research on Türkiye: Motivations and Barriers Toward Plant‑Forward Diets
In 2026, Animetrics published its Türkiye Profile study, surveying 2,499 adults across the country to explore how consumers perceive plant‑forward diets, what motivates them to reduce animal consumption, and what barriers stand in the way. The report situates Türkiye within global debates on industrial animal agriculture, emphasizing how health, affordability, and cultural identity shape dietary choices. While meat continues to hold a central place in tradition and social identity, the study reveals a growing curiosity about plant‑based eating, particularly among younger and urban populations who are exposed to global food trends and sustainability narratives.