Cooking ingredients and meals in Saudi Arabia witnessed solid growth over 2025, in both volume and value terms. Stronger domestic income, more women participating in the paid workforce, a rising population through a continuous influx of expatriates into the country, and a healthy economy with flourishing tourism rates are all factors that have supported the growth of cooking ingredients and meals in the Kingdom.
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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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
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
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
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
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
COUNTRY REPORTS DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Cooking Ingredients and Meals
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- Olive Oil
- Corn Oil
- Palm Oil
- Rapeseed Oil
- Soy Oil
- Sunflower Oil
- Other Edible Oil
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- Dried Ready Meals
- Shelf Stable Ready Meals
- Chilled Ready Meals
- Frozen Ready Meals
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- Dry Soup
- Shelf Stable Soup
- Chilled Soup
- Frozen Soup
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- Chilled Pizza
- Frozen Pizza
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- Meal Kits
- Quick Recipe Kits
- Chilled Lunch Kits
- Prepared Salads
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- Liquid Stocks and Fonds
- Stock Cubes and Powders
- Gravy Cubes, Powders and Pots
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Herbs and Spices
- Tomato Pastes and Purées
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- Liquid Recipe Sauces (excl pasta sauces)
- Dry Recipe Sauces
- Pasta Sauces
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- Barbecue Sauces
- Fish Sauces
- Ketchup
- Mayonnaise
- Mustard
- Oyster Sauces
- Salad Dressings
- Soy Sauces
- Chili Sauces
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- Dips
- Yeast-based Spreads
- Pickled Products
- Other Sauces and Condiments
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- Honey
- Chocolate Spreads
- Jams and Preserves
- Nut and Seed Based Spreads
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