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mycoprotein

mycoprotein

1 7.2
A high-protein food made from fungus used like meat
  • noun
  • /ˌmaɪkoʊˈproʊtiːn/
  • Specialized
translation icon : micoproteína
  • The chef prepared a delicious burger using mycoprotein to appeal to plant-based eaters.
  • mycoprotein-containing food
  • mycoprotein-containing products
  • mycoprotein use

Examples

  • Many vegetarian products use mycoprotein as a main ingredient for its high protein content.

  • The company developed a new burger made entirely from mycoprotein to appeal to health-conscious consumers.

  • Researchers are studying the nutritional benefits of mycoprotein compared to traditional animal proteins.

  • I love adding mycoprotein to my salads.

  • What is mycoprotein made from?

  • Many vegetarians choose to include mycoprotein in their diets as a meat substitute.

  • Products made with mycoprotein are often marketed as healthier alternatives to traditional meat.

How Protein-Rich

meat
∞ 1.0
soya
  • UK
1 3.1
mycoprotein
  • Specialized
1 7.2
legume
17 2.9
vegetable
545 1.0

Surface Forms

mycoprotein singular
mycoproteins plural

Morphology

mycoprotein = protein (semi-transparent) = myco + protein

The formation is clear (myco- 'fungus' + protein), but the combining form 'myco-' is technical and may be unfamiliar to average B1 learners.

Etymology

The word mycoprotein has the part myco- meaning 'fungus' and the familiar word protein. A helpful image is 'mushroom protein', so mycoprotein is a protein-rich food made from fungi and often used as a meat substitute.