Sensient's Innovative Natural Color Applications in Plant-Based

In the growing market of plant-based meat, visual appeal plays a critical role in driving consumer interest and repeat purchases. Sensient delivers industry-leading natural color solutions designed specifically for plant-based meat applications—ensuring that your products look as delicious as they taste.

With decades of expertise in botanical-based color technology, Sensient helps food developers achieve authentic raw-to-cooked transformations that enhance flavor perception and meet evolving clean-label demands. From juicy pink plant-based burgers to golden-white chicken analogues, our natural color rainbow offers stable plant-based solutions that mimic traditional meat visuals while maintaining label-friendly transparency.

Our team of plant-based color technologists understands the technical challenges of working with alternative proteins. Whether you’re formulating a seared steak replica, spicy chorizo, or a plant-based seafood product, we offer color systems that are heat-stable, flavor-neutral, and optimized for processing conditions like baking, grilling, or frying.

Color doesn’t just make plant-based meat attractive—it signals flavor, quality, and authenticity. Sensient’s portfolio enables developers to meet organic, vegan, and country of origin labeling goals without compromising visual performance.

As flexitarian consumers demand more visually convincing and sensorially satisfying products, Sensient stands ready with customized natural color solutions that elevate your next innovation. Reach out today to explore how we can support your plant-based success—from ideation to commercialization.