plant-based

adjective

ˈplant-ˌbāst 

1

: 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

2

: 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

Examples of plant-based in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While coconut oil could be a great match for people who prefer natural or plant-based skincare products, it’s not recommended for everyone. —Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 20 Sep. 2024

Made with nutritious ingredients like chia seeds, fruit, and plant-based or regular milk, chia pudding is tasty and filling. —Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Sep. 2024

While Gobble does offer meals for more specific diets—including low-calorie, dairy-free, plant-based, and vegan—that’s not the primary focus. —Tiffany Hopkins, Bon Appétit, 4 Sep. 2024

This plant-based, gluten and dairy-free bar is on the firmer side with a nice crunch. —Shushy Rita Setrakian Ms, Rd, Health, 9 Aug. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined at sense 1