Kroger is one of America’s leading supermarket chains, and we can count on them to feel the pulse of the nation when it comes to rising food trends. Their annual list of trend predictions for 2025 is here, and it includes everything from Caesar dressing to plant-based proteins.
Kroger’s trend predictions have been put together by their team of food experts, including product developers, chefs, buyers, culinary specialists, and retail data scientists. The brand’s vice president, Juan De Paoli, said they’re excited to give their customers a taste of their favorite trends, whether they’re looking to try a new dupe on a viral favorite or explore the real power of protein.
Paoli’s statement mentions two trends that made it to Kroger’s list this year—food dupes and the protein renaissance. The first one is all about choosing store brand alternatives instead of national brands as a way to save money without sacrificing quality. As for the protein renaissance, this trend is all about the rise of plant-based proteins such as beans, lentils, and hemp seeds.
Kroger’s list also predicts that Caesar dressing will be all the rage in 2025, and we’ll be using it in everything from salads to pizza and pasta. Briny foods like olives, pickles, sauerkraut, and kimchi are also trending right now, along with spices and peppers from international cuisines.
