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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If you’re plant-based, this vegan spinach artichoke dip is a good option. —

Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2025 Traditional or plant-based menu offered at time of booking. —

Amy Drew Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025 But eating plant-based more often, that's a positive change. —

Bon Appétit, 3 Feb. 2025 For a 150-pound adult, that translates to roughly 55 g to 70 g (2 ounces to 2.5 ounces) of protein per day from all sources, both animal- and plant-based. 6. —

Kumkum S. Patel, Verywell Health, 31 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for plant-based