Plant-Based Ingredients for Savory

Explore Roquette’s plant-based ingredients for savory applications. Solutions for texture, nutrition, and clean-label formulation across ready meals, sauces, and meat alternatives.

Today’s consumers are drawn to savory foods that combine convenience, enjoyment, and a strong nutritional profile—with a growing emphasis on plant-based and clean label options. The savory category now makes up 13% of the retail Food and Beverage market in Greater Asia, and in Europe it represents 22% of retail value— making it one of the most dynamic parts of the food industry.

Trends driving this momentum include a preference for clean label and recognizable ingredients, the search for products enriched with protein and fiber, and an ever-present demand for sustainability and ethical sourcing. Savory manufacturers must also cater to the “just right” texture and taste experience, especially as plant-based foods become increasingly popular: ready-to-eat meals, sauces, and new textures must deliver both pleasure and practicality.

Co-Creating Savory Products that Deliver on Every Expectation

Developing successful savory foods is all about combining appealing flavor, satisfying texture, and modern nutritional claims. Consumers look for choices that not only taste great but also align with clean label, health, and environmental values.

One key consideration is creating foods with authentic, enjoyable mouthfeel. From a juicy bite in a burger to a creamy consistency in a sauce, today’s savory ingredients are expected to deliver the familiar eating experience of traditional recipes.

Using tailored functional ingredients makes it possible to achieve these sensory qualities while meeting label-friendly and allergen-free expectations.

Manufacturers are also exploring new ways to enhance the nutritional value of their savory offerings. Whether it’s boosting protein or fiber, reducing fat, sugar, or sodium, or incorporating more sustainable ingredients, these choices help align new products with the growing focus on health and wellness—while keeping taste and enjoyment at the forefront.

Additionally, efficiency and value are top of mind for producers. Ingredient solutions that support flexible formulation and allow for cost-effective sourcing—such as plant-based proteins or specialty starches—enable manufacturers to consistently provide high-quality savory products that meet market needs.

Helping Food Producers Innovate Across Savory Segments

At Roquette, our plant-based ingredients are designed to streamline product development, address consumer expectations, and help producers create savory foods that stand out in the market.

Plant-Based Meat and Seafood

Getting high-quality proteins for flexitarian or vegan customers without disrupting food habits requires proteins that are structured to achieve a specific bite. NUTRALYS^® Textured Pea Protein is ideal for creating plant-based meals, meat alternatives, and even plant-forward food (non meat mimicking food type). While keeping high protein content, the textured protein range allows to get different mouth-watering textures.

For example, the NUTRALYS^® T Pea 700M will be perfect for a firm plant based burger patty. The NUTRALYS^® T Wheat 600L will provide a juicy and fibrous texture, similar to chicken-type products. If you are looking for high protein chunks, the NUTRALYS^® T Pea 700XC can easily be used in ready meals type of products and provide the right juicy bite while keeping a clean label positioning.

Noodles and Pasta

Our pea starch enhances the structure and texture of both gluten-free and traditional noodles or pasta. The result is a smooth, glossy, and cohesive product that maintains its quality on the plate, making it easier for you to meet today's expectations for both texture and simplicity.

Additionally, health-conscious consumers seeking high-protein meal options can count on protein-enriched pasta or noodles. The inclusion of NUTRALYS^® pea protein allows protein enrichment in noodles and pasta, providing a nutritious boost without compromising taste or texture.

Sauces, Dressings, and Ready Meals

Roquette’s range of specialty starches, including CLEARAM^®, PREGEFLO^®, CLEARGUM^®, and TACKIDEX^®, provides precise control over viscosity, mouthfeel, and gloss in sauces, dressings, emulsions and prepared meals. These ingredients bring stability through processing and shelf-life, ensuring that every serving is convenient and enjoyable, and supporting your goals for reliable, simple ingredient lists.

For plant-forward ready meals looking for an authentic texture, NUTRALYS^® Pea 700XC offers large, fibrous, juicy pieces—perfect for use in hot dishes, bowls, and innovative savory creations.