cheesesubstitute

noun

UK /ˈtʃiːz ˈsʌbstɪtjuːt/

US /ˈtʃiːz ˈsʌbstɪtuːt/

A cheese substitute is a food made to look and taste like cheese but not made from real milk.

My sister is allergic to dairy, so she puts a cheese substitute on her pizza.

SYNONYMS

cheese alternative imitation cheese analog cheese dairy-free cheese vegan cheese

RELATED WORDS

tofu cashew nutritional yeast lactose-free dairy-free

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A plant-based product made from nuts, soy, or starch used in place of dairy cheese.

The vegan restaurant uses a cashew-based cheese substitute in its lasagna.

3. A reduced-fat or processed product designed to mimic cheese for dietary reasons.

The label says cheese substitute because it contains less than half the fat of real cheddar.

4. Any ingredient used in cooking to replace the function of cheese, such as in texture or flavor.

In this recipe, mashed avocado works as a cheese substitute for creaminess.