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

Key Takeaways Protein is an important part of a healthy diet and is found in many animal and plant-based foods, including peanut butter, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, tuna, and more. —Kristen Gasnick, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2026

The menu here is essentially all plant-based per the Revital Method, so caviar is more elusive than you’re used to. —Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2026

While meat is a traditional staple for iftar, appetizers are often plant-based. —Faye Levy, Oc Register, 11 Feb. 2026

Both animal- and plant-based protein sources—such as lean meats, fish, dairy, soy, and legumes—can effectively support muscle repair. —Merve Ceylan, Health, 3 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for plant-based

• aftertaste
• interfaced
• interlaced
• abased
• barefaced
• debased
• defaced
• disgraced
• displaced
• distaste
• effaced
• embraced