Plant-based nutrition – deep dive

Plant-based food and beverage has moved well beyond trend and into the mainstream, as evidenced by rising stats on everything from the number of consumers incorporating meat-free days to sales of alternative options in categories such as dairy and meat. Plant-based formulation can be challenging, whether trying to create a product that mimics meat—or simply hits comparable nutritional targets, not to mention sensory attributes and competitive price points. Innovative ingredients and technologies are helping on all fronts.