# Plant-Based Tinned Fish Petit Navire and ALGAMA Foods' Cap Végétal is Rich in Protein and Omegas By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-10-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cap-vegetal References: [vegconomist](https://vegconomist.com/products-launches/petit-navire-plant-based-range-algama-foods/) & [petitnavire.fr](https://petitnavire.fr/fr)  In collaboration with microalgae startup [ALGAMA Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-spirulina-drink), French seafood brand [Petit Navire](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petit-pot-protein-puddings) launched a plant-based fish product range called Cap Végétal. In the range, consumers looking for alternative, plant-powered protein sources will find canned, marinated plant-based fish in flavorful varieties like Olives & Oregano, Lemon & Thyme, and Tomatoes & Herbs. These 100% plant-based fish alternatives are made with ingredients like wheat, soy, algae oil and sea lettuce to deliver the omegas and protein health-conscious, environmentally conscious and ethically aware consumers are after. In the [Carrefour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-aperitif)-exclusive Cap Végétal range, ALGAMA Foods and Petit Navire also debuted two ready-to-eat salads featuring plant-based fish, one with a base of bulgur, chickpeas, peppers and pumpkin seeds, and the other with lentils, corn, peas and peppers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 30% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Microalgae-based Foods:** Leveraging algae oil and sea lettuce, innovative plant-based products like Cap Végétal are emerging as clean protein alternatives. - **Plant-based Seafood Alternatives:** Cap Végétal's flavorful tinned fish offerings cater to the growing demand for vegetarian-friendly protein solutions. - **Gourmet Plant-based Dishes:** Ready-to-eat salads with plant-based fish from Cap Végétal reflect a shift towards gourmet and convenient plant-centric meals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Alternative Protein:** The rise of products like plant-based tinned fish highlights the evolution of the protein market towards sustainable and ethical options. - **Seafood:** Seafood brands like Petit Navire are expanding their portfolios by incorporating plant-based alternatives to meet changing consumer preferences. - **Health Foods:** Plant-based fish rich in omegas and protein signifies the health food industry's progress in offering nutritious and eco-friendly dietary options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Canned Seafood Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fish-peas.md) - [Plant-Based Tinned Fish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seed-to-surf.md) - [Canned Vegan Tunas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canned-vegan-tuna.md) - [Unconventional Fish Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woop4.md) - [Omega-Rich Tuna Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-farm-tuna.md) - [Plant-Powered Tuna Salads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-powered-tuna-salads.md) - [Whole-Cut Plant-Based Tuna](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impact-food.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Fish-Inspired Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-fish-product.md) - [Fish-Free Tuna Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-plantbased-tuna.md)