nutritional yeast

American  

[noo-trish-uh-nl yeest, nyoo-] / nuˈtrɪʃ ə nl ˈjist, nju- /

noun

1. dried yeast of the genus Saccharomyces, sold in the form of granules or flakes, having a cheesy or nutty flavor, and providing complete protein and other nutrients: used for seasoning, but not as a leavening agent.

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Etymology

Origin of nutritional yeast

First recorded in 1940–45; the variant form was first recorded in 1955–60 and developed by shortening and facetious respelling of nutritional

Example Sentences

Like other medical professionals and influencers in the wellness world aiming to expand their reach, Aliabadi has her own nutritional supplement, Ovii, which she advertises on her podcast.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2025

Ollie Vass works for a nutritional supplement company, where he earns £31,000.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2025

In response, their doctors may prescribe dietary supplements like calcium, vitamin D and nutritional supplement shakes.

From Salon • Feb. 6, 2024

In frigid water, she kept going, subsiding on nutritional supplement sticks.

From Washington Post • Mar. 2, 2023

The hospital nutritionist wanted to give them a nutritional supplement through a feeding tube that would be inserted through their nose.

From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater