plant-based cheese
nounUK /plɑːnt beɪst tʃiːz/
US /plænt beɪst tʃiz/
A cheese-like food made from plants instead of milk.
She put plant-based cheese on her sandwich.
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2. A spread made from nuts or seeds that melts like cheese.
The plant-based cheese melted nicely on the pizza.
3. A food product marketed to people who avoid animal products.
This brand of plant-based cheese is sold in the vegan aisle.
4. Any cheese substitute created from plant proteins.
Plant-based cheese can be made from coconut oil or soy.