Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Saudi Arabia

November 2025
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Overview:

Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Cooking Ingredients and Meals industry in Saudi Arabia with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.

Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.

Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to a comprehensive range of core packaged food categories.

If you're in the Cooking Ingredients and Meals industry in Saudi Arabia, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.

The Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Saudi Arabia report includes:

  • Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
  • Detailed segmentation of international and local products
  • Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
  • Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
  • Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country

This report answers:

  • What is the market size of Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Saudi Arabia?
  • Which are the leading brands in Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Saudi Arabia?
  • How are products distributed in Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Saudi Arabia?
  • How is the rise of e-commerce and/or the expansion of modern grocery retail impacting traditional retail?
  • What are the key health and wellness concerns driving, or challenging, sales in Cooking Ingredients and Meals?
  • How significant are vegan and vegetarian dietary requirements in determining sales growth in Saudi Arabia?
  • How has COVID-19 impacted consumer demand? To what extent have lockdown, home seclusion and stockpiling boosted sales? Will the longer term economic repercussions of the pandemic stimulate or suppress future growth?
  • Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
  • How significant will values-based claims, such as sustainability and ethical labelling, be in supporting future growth and brand equity?

Cooking Ingredients and Meals in Saudi Arabia

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Saudis seek reliable staple products that deliver value
Convenience is high on the agenda to support busy routines
Health agenda shapes purchasing decisions
Steady growth built on everyday habits and staple choices
Product upgrades will provide shoppers with added value
More sophisticated grocery apps will boost repeat purchases online
SAVOLA leads with strong brand portfolio
Almarai and private label benefit from offering alluring prices
Supermarkets offer reliable appeal
E-commerce gains share as trust builds
Table 1 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 2 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 3 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 4 Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 5 NBO Company Shares of Cooking Ingredients and Meals: % Value 2021-2025
Table 6 LBN Brand Shares of Cooking Ingredients and Meals: % Value 2022-2025
Table 7 Penetration of Private Label by Category: % Value 2020-2025
Table 8 Distribution of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 9 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 10 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 11 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 12 Forecast Sales of Cooking Ingredients and Meals by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER

Summary 1 Research Sources

Edible Oils in Saudi Arabia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Consumers demand health benefits but price remains key
Versatility and health concerns drive sales
Olive oil stands out as a healthier option
Modest growth driven by sustained demand for staple seed oils and promotions
Health focus will ensure relevancy of olive oil while seed oils remain the everyday choice
Modern trade will remain core channel as e-commerce gains share
Saudi Vegetable Oil & Ghee Co leads as Almarai Co Ltd gains momentum
Private label is gaining acceptance in edible oils
Consumers are attracted towards retail channels delivering promotions and bundles
Table 13 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 14 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 15 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 16 Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 17 NBO Company Shares of Edible Oils: % Value 2021-2025
Table 18 LBN Brand Shares of Edible Oils: % Value 2022-2025
Table 19 Distribution of Edible Oils by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 20 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 21 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 22 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 23 Forecast Sales of Edible Oils by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

Meals and Soups in Saudi Arabia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Young busy consumers drive growth
Affordable and convenient choices drive sales in meals and soups
Dry soups are widely consumed in Saudi Arabia
Steady growth expected as busy families seek quick meal solutions
Simple ingredient lists and higher-protein options shape choices
Smarter apps and reliable freezer space will support frozen meals and pizzas
Nestlé Saudi Arabia LLC leads the category as Sunbulah gains momentum
Supermarkets channel leads while retail e-commerce gains share from low base
Table 24 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 25 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 26 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 27 Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 28 Sales of Chilled Ready Meals by Ethnicity: % Value 2020-2025
Table 29 Sales of Frozen Ready Meals by Ethnicity: % Value 2020-2025
Table 30 Sales of Soup by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 31 NBO Company Shares of Meals and Soups: % Value 2021-2025
Table 32 LBN Brand Shares of Meals and Soups: % Value 2022-2025
Table 33 Distribution of Meals and Soups by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 34 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 35 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 36 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 37 Forecast Sales of Meals and Soups by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

Sauces, Dips and Condiments in Saudi Arabia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Regular use for wide range of dishes supports growth
Staple usage in home cooking sustains category growth
Pasta sauces are well suited to weekday meals
Steady growth as pantry staples remain essential
Health and wellness trends will lead to simpler labels and moderation of salt content
Better search functionality and repeat purchases will drive retail e-commerce spending
Saudia Dairy & Foodstuff Co Ltd defends leadership as SAVOLA gains momentum
Hypermarkets lead sales of sauces, dips and condiments
Retail e-commerce rapidly gains share
Table 38 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 39 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 40 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 41 Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 42 Sales of Liquid Recipe Sauces by Type: % Value 2020-2025
Table 43 Sales of Other Sauces and Condiments by Type: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 44 NBO Company Shares of Sauces, Dips and Condiments: % Value 2021-2025
Table 45 LBN Brand Shares of Sauces, Dips and Condiments: % Value 2022-2025
Table 46 Distribution of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 47 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 48 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 49 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 50 Forecast Sales of Sauces, Dips and Condiments by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

Sweet Spreads in Saudi Arabia

KEY DATA FINDINGS

Wide appeal for breakfast and use in desserts
Value growth driven by chocolate and nut and seed based spreads
Honey consumption rises as average prices fall
Sales of sweet spreads are expected to rise over the forecast period
Lower sugar formulations will rise as “natural” remains a desirable product feature
Digital and retail innovations should improve access, choice, and repeat purchases
Ferrero SpA defends leadership while Almarai Co Ltd gains momentum
Supermarkets lead as retail e-commerce gains share
Table 51 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Volume 2020-2025
Table 52 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Value 2020-2025
Table 53 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Volume Growth 2020-2025
Table 54 Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Value Growth 2020-2025
Table 55 Sales of Jams and Preserves by Leading Flavours: Rankings 2020-2025
Table 56 NBO Company Shares of Sweet Spreads: % Value 2021-2025
Table 57 LBN Brand Shares of Sweet Spreads: % Value 2022-2025
Table 58 Distribution of Sweet Spreads by Format: % Value 2020-2025
Table 59 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Volume 2025-2030
Table 60 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: Value 2025-2030
Table 61 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Volume Growth 2025-2030
Table 62 Forecast Sales of Sweet Spreads by Category: % Value Growth 2025-2030

COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER

The following categories and subcategories are included:

Cooking Ingredients and Meals

    • Olive Oil
    • Corn Oil
    • Palm Oil
    • Rapeseed Oil
    • Soy Oil
    • Sunflower Oil
    • Other Edible Oil
      • Dried Ready Meals
      • Shelf Stable Ready Meals
      • Chilled Ready Meals
      • Frozen Ready Meals
      • Dry Soup
      • Shelf Stable Soup
      • Chilled Soup
      • Frozen Soup
      • Chilled Pizza
      • Frozen Pizza
      • Meal Kits
      • Quick Recipe Kits
      • Chilled Lunch Kits
    • Prepared Salads
        • Liquid Stocks and Fonds
        • Stock Cubes and Powders
      • Gravy Cubes, Powders and Pots
      • Monosodium Glutamate
      • Herbs and Spices
      • Tomato Pastes and Purées
        • Liquid Recipe Sauces (excl pasta sauces)
        • Dry Recipe Sauces
        • Pasta Sauces
        • Barbecue Sauces
        • Fish Sauces
        • Ketchup
        • Mayonnaise
        • Mustard
        • Oyster Sauces
        • Salad Dressings
        • Soy Sauces
        • Chili Sauces
    • Dips
    • Yeast-based Spreads
    • Pickled Products
    • Other Sauces and Condiments
    • Honey
    • Chocolate Spreads
    • Jams and Preserves
    • Nut and Seed Based Spreads
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