Sensient’s Innovative Natural Colour Applications in Plant-Based Foods

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

Our team of plant-based colour technologists understands the technical challenges of working with alternative proteins. Whether you’re formulating a seared salmon replica, a tasty burger patty, vegan ham or sausage, or a plant-based seafood product, we offer colour systems that are heat-stable, flavour-neutral, and optimized for processing conditions like baking, grilling, or frying.

Colour doesn’t just make plant-based meat attractive—it signals flavour, quality, and authenticity. In fact, colour can be the key differentiator for new and renovated plant-based meat products. As flexitarian consumers demand more visually convincing and sensorially satisfying products, Sensient stands ready with customized colouring foods and natural colour solutions that elevate your next innovation. From shade matching to specific pre- and post-cook visuals, Sensient shows industry-leading expertise in colour use for meat analogues including beef, chicken, seafood, and more. Reach out today to explore how we can support your plant-based success—from ideation to commercialization.