non-dairyalternative

noun

UK /nɒnˈdeəri ɔːlˈtɜːnətɪv/

US /nɑːnˈderi ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv/

A food or drink that is used instead of milk or cheese but is not made from animal milk.

She poured a non-dairyalternative made from oats into her coffee.

SYNONYMS

plant-based substitute milk substitute dairy-free option vegan alternative

RELATED WORDS

soy milk oat milk almond milk lactose-free plant-based

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A product chosen by someone who cannot or does not eat dairy.

For people with allergies, a non-dairyalternative is a safe choice.

3. Any replacement ingredient used in cooking in place of butter or cream.

The recipe suggests a non-dairyalternative for the cream in the sauce.

4. A lifestyle or dietary option avoiding all animal-derived dairy foods.

Many cafés now offer a non-dairyalternative for every drink on the menu.