Packaged Salad Market Report 2026

The packaged salad market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $13.01 billion in 2025 to $14.11 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.4%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth of urban lifestyles, rising health-conscious consumer behavior, expansion of refrigerated food distribution, increasing availability of fresh produce, growth of modern retail formats.

The packaged salad market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $19.62 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing demand for plant-based diets, rising online grocery adoption, expansion of sustainable packaging for fresh foods, growing investments in cold-chain logistics, increasing preference for customized meal solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing demand for fresh and convenient meal options, growing preference for organic and natural salads, expansion of ready-to-eat salad kits, enhanced focus on cold-chain efficiency, increasing product customization.

The rising number of health-conscious consumers is expected to propel the growth of the packaged salad market going forward. Health-conscious consumers are individuals who live wellness-oriented lifestyles and are increasingly concerned about nutrition, environmental impact, and overall well-being. These consumers are shifting toward packaged salads because they are cholesterol-free and typically low in fat, calories, and sodium. For instance, in June 2024, according to the International Food Information Council (IFIC), a US-based non-profit organization, the proportion of Americans following a specific diet or eating pattern remained high at 54%. Interest in increasing protein intake rose from 59% in 2022 to 67% in 2023 and further to 71% in 2024. Additionally, around half of consumers aim to eat more fresh foods, which are widely perceived as healthier options. Therefore, the increasing number of health-conscious consumers is driving the growth of the packaged salad market.

Major companies in the packaged salad market are emphasizing innovation and sustainability by developing a range of convenient, fresh, and nutritious salad options to appeal to health-conscious consumers and encourage healthier eating habits. One example is the Asian Apple Salad Kit, a pre-packaged salad that features fresh greens, sliced apples, crunchy vegetables, and often a flavorful dressing inspired by Asian cuisine. For instance, in March 2024, Fresh Express, a Florida-based company that specializes in ready-to-eat salads, salad kits, and other fresh produce, introduced an Asian Apple Salad Kit along with a Twisted Caesar Creamy Truffle Caesar Chopped Salad Kit as part of its latest product innovations. These new offerings align with the brand's commitment to bringing unique, restaurant-inspired salad flavors and ingredients to the market.

In October 2023, SVB Foods, Inc., a US-based food manufacturing company, acquired Vita Specialty Foods for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is intended to enhance SVB Foods' product portfolio, broaden its market presence, and improve its ability to respond to consumer preferences and market trends within the food industry. Vita Specialty Foods is a US-based food manufacturer that focuses on condiments, sauces, and various other food products.

Major companies operating in the packaged salad market are Dole Food Company Inc, Fresh Express Inc, Taylor Fresh Foods Inc, Ready Pac Foods Inc, Bonduelle Group, Mann Packaging Co Inc, Church Brothers Farms, Apio Inc, Eat Smart, Organicgirl LLC, BrightFarms Inc, Little Leaf Farms LLC, The Nunes Company Inc, Vegpro International Inc, Del Monte Fresh Produce N A Inc, Bolthouse Farms Inc, Tanimura And Antle Fresh Foods Inc, Curation Foods Inc, Fresh Solutions Network, Gotham Greens.

North America was the largest region in the packaged salad market in 2025. The regions covered in the packaged salad market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the packaged salad market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada.

The packaged salad market consists of sales of packaged salads and their types, such as vegetarian and non-vegetarian salads. These packaged salads contain rich sources of fiber and other nutrients, such as vitamins A and C, beta-carotene, calcium, folate, and phytonutrients. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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