Plant-Based Dairy Alternatives: Nutrition and Texture

  • Publication Year: 2026
  • ISBN: 9781834410098
  • Price: $175
  • Publisher: Delve Publishing
  • Binding Type: Hardcover

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As consumer demand for sustainable and ethical food grows, plant-based dairy alternatives have gained prominence for their nutritional and sensory appeal. Developing these products requires balancing texture, flavor, and nutrient composition to mimic traditional dairy. Plant-Based Dairy Alternatives: Nutrition and Texture explores the formulation principles, functional ingredients, and processing challenges involved in producing plant-derived milk, yogurt, and cheese. The book discusses protein sources, emulsification techniques, and texture-modifying agents. It also evaluates the nutritional equivalence and consumer acceptance of plant-based alternatives. Integrating food technology with sensory science, it serves as a comprehensive resource for professionals in the plant-based food sector.

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Dr. Shaikh Adil is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Parul University, Vadodara, with over 10 years of combined academic and industrial experience in Dairy Technology. He holds a Ph.D. in Dairy Technology from SMC College of Dairy Science, Anand, with his doctoral research focusing on the utilization of orange peel products for value addition to frozen yoghurt. His research interests encompass frozen desserts, traditional Indian dairy products, and the incorporation of fruit and vegetable by-products into dairy matrices. Dr. Shaikh Adil has authored over 60 research and review articles in SCI, Scopus, Web of Science indexed and NAAS-rated journals. He has contributed extensively to scientific conferences and book chapters, and co-authored a book titled Question Bank of Dairy Technology and Dairy Engineering. He is a recipient of several awards including the Best PhD Thesis Award, Young Scientist Award in Food Science, and multiple best paper and poster awards at national and international conferences. He has published 2 patents and 1 copyright, reflecting his active involvement in applied and innovative dairy research. In addition to academic teaching and student mentoring, Dr. Adil is actively engaged in practical training at dairy plants, extension activities, and quality assurance initiatives. He also holds lifetime memberships in prestigious organizations including the Indian Dairy Association, Dairy Technology Society of India, AFSTI, and AEDSI.