plant-based

adjective

ˈplant-ˌbāst

: made or derived from plants

a plant-based burger

For postmenopausal women wary of hormones, "all natural" plant-based estrogens can be tempting.—

Consumer Reports

Creating a sirloin steak, with its fibrous protein and marbled fat, from plant-based proteins is a tough recipe to perfect.—

Prachi Patel

: consisting primarily or entirely of food (such as vegetables, fruits, nuts, oils, and beans) derived from plants

plant-based meals

For three months, the men followed a program that included a plant-based diet, moderate exercise, stress-reduction practices, and social support.—

Andrew Weil

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Bring a cup of unsweetened milk (dairy or plant-based) to a simmer on the stovetop. —

Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Nov. 2024 Editor's tip: CORPUS products are all vegan and plant-based, and their all-natural fragrances are crafted using the same process and scent theory as traditional perfumes. —

Kelsey Eisen, Allure, 28 Oct. 2024 Long before plant-based was a buzzword, Amanda Cohen was serving vegetables for dinner. —

Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 This Lululemon shirt has a four-way stretch and is built for action; plus, its moisture-wicking treatment is plant-based and non-toxic. —

Kristine Solomon, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for plant-based