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

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nutritional yeast

Manufacturers will then be able to add different flavourings to give it more of a cheese-like flavour, such as nutritional yeast, an ingredient already common in vegan cookery.

From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2023

“Fresh popcorn and nutritional yeast, I make fresh daily and invented myself,” He said, “'Tis beyond health, it is spiritual!”

From Salon ● Oct. 15, 2023

He eats the same thing almost every day, so I’d make him ground turkey with garlic and olive oil on a bed of arugula with nutritional yeast on it.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 30, 2023

I’ve since made plant-based versions of this dish, experimenting with both vegan Parmesan and an equal amount of nutritional yeast — perfect options for anyone avoiding cheese.

From Seattle Times ● May 7, 2023

Like several other selections, the fried seafood gets a fist bump from what Michael calls “Lo-Pro” seasoning, a blend of nutritional yeast, granulated garlic and dried oregano that lends umami, a delicious complexity, to dishes.

From Washington Post ● Apr. 14, 2023