plant-based spread

noun
UK /plɑːnt beɪst sprɛd/
US /plænt beɪst sprɛd/

A soft food made from plants that you spread on bread.

She put plant-based spread on her toast for breakfast.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A sandwich filling made from blended vegetables or legumes.

The cafe offers a chickpea plant-based spread in its wraps.

3. A creamy condiment used in cooking instead of butter or cheese.

Use plant-based spread to grease the baking pan.

4. A product marketed as a healthier alternative to dairy spreads.

This plant-based spread has no cholesterol and less saturated fat.