π₯¦ Whole Plant-Based Foods (Totally Vegan!)
β Fruits
- Apples, bananas, berries, citrus, melons, mangoes, etc.
β Vegetables
- Leafy greens, carrots, broccoli, sweet potatoes, beets, zucchini, etc.
β Legumes
- Lentils, chickpeas, black beans, kidney beans, peas, soybeans (edamame), etc.
β Grains
- Rice, oats, quinoa, barley, farro, couscous, bulgur, millet, etc.
β Nuts & Seeds
- Almonds, walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds, pumpkin seeds, cashews, etc.
β Plant-Based Proteins
- Tofu, tempeh, seitan, textured vegetable protein (TVP), soy curls.
β Plant Milks & Yogurts
- Oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, coconut milk, cashew milk, and their yogurt or cheese versions (check labels).
β Healthy Fats
- Avocados, olives, coconut, nut butters, tahini, olive oil, etc.
π§ Packaged Vegan Foods (Always check the label!)
- Vegan cheese and meat alternatives (like Beyond Meat or tofu-based deli slices)
- Plant-based snacks: granola bars, crackers, popcorn, chips (some varieties)
- Vegan desserts: dark chocolate, coconut milk ice cream, sorbet, dairy-free cookies
- Non-dairy butter and spreads (like Earth Balance)
π« Non-Vegan Ingredients to Watch Out For:
Ingredient | Why Itβs Not Vegan |
---|---|
Honey | Made by bees |
Gelatin | Made from animal bones/skin |
Whey, Casein | Dairy-derived |
Eggs & Dairy | From animals |
Certain food dyes | May be animal-derived or tested on animals |
Would you like a vegan grocery list, starter meal plan, or even quick vegan recipes? Iβve got some delicious ideas for every craving! π±π
