Eating vegan has the power to positively impact animals, our planet, and even our health.
Whether you’re just testing the waters on eating a plant-based diet, you’re a seasoned pro heading out on a big grocery run, or you’re simply shopping for someone you love who eats a vegan diet — we hope this guide is helpful.
We’ve created a comprehensive guide to vegan-friendly grocery items to consider while you’re at the store — because sometimes it’s just nice to have a full list so you can circle and cross off items. Because, yes — eating vegan is so much more than just eating fruits and veggies.
Use this as a resource to pick which foods you do and don’t want to put in your cart — and maybe even discover something new.
Pro-tip: Bookmark this page so you can return to it every time you’re stuck figuring out what to get at the grocery store.
This list is organized into the following sections: Produce | Grains | Beans | Meat and Egg Replacements | Dairy Alternatives | Soy Products | Baking Ingredients | Nuts and Seeds | Frozen Foods | Herbs and Spices | Spreads | Condiments | Snacks | Beverages | More
Ultimate List of Vegan Foods
Produce
Fruits
- Acai Berries
- Apples
- Apricots
- Avocados
- Bananas
- Black Currants
- Blackberries
- Blueberries
- Boysenberries
- Cranberries
- Cantaloupes
- Cherries
- Coconuts
- Clementines
- Currants
- Dragon Fruits
- Elderberries
- Figs
- Goji Berries
- Grapes
- Guavas
- Honeydew Melons
- Jackfruits
- Kiwis
- Lemons
- Limes
- Loganberries
- Mangoes
- Marionberries
- Mulberries
- Nectarines
- Oranges
- Papayas
- Peaches
- Pears
- Pomegranates
- Passion Fruits
- Plums
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
- Tangerines
- Watermelons
→ Explore a complete list of fruits and a list of fruits in season right now
Vegetables
- Artichokes
- Asparagus
- Bamboo Shoots
- Beets
- Bell Peppers
- Bell Peppers: Red
- Bell Peppers: Green
- Bell Peppers: Yellow
- Bell Peppers: Orange
- Bok Choy
- Broccoli
- Brussels Sprouts
- Cabbage
- Cabbage: Green
- Cabbage: Red
- Cabbage: Savoy
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Celeriac
- Celery
- Cucumbers
- Daikon Radish
- Eggplant
- Endive
- Escarole
- Fennel
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Green Beans
- Jicama
- Kale
- Kohlrabi
- Leeks
- Lettuce
- Mushrooms
- Mushrooms: Button
- Mushrooms: Cremini
- Mushrooms: Shiitake
- Mushrooms: Oyster
- Mushrooms: Portobello
- Okra
- Onions
- Parsnips
- Peas
- Potatoes
- Potatoes: Red
- Potatoes: Sweet
- Potatoes: White
- Radishes
- Radicchio
- Rutabaga
- Spinach
- Spring Onions
- Swiss Chard
- Sweet Potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Water Chestnuts
- Watercress
- Zucchini
→ Explore a complete list of vegetables and a list of vegetables in season right now
Grains and Cereals
- Almond Flour
- Amaranth
- Barley
- Buckwheat
- Buckwheat Flour
- Chia Seeds
- Corn
- Corn Flakes
- Cornmeal
- Couscous: Gluten-Free
- Couscous: Whole Wheat
- Flaxseed Meal
- Kamut
- Millet
- Oats
- Oats: Rolled
- Oats: Steel-Cut
- Poppy Seeds
- Quinoa
- Rice: Brown
- Rice: White
- Rice: Spanish
- Rice Cakes
- Rice Noodles
- Spelt
- Spelt Flakes
- Sorghum
- Teff
- Whole Wheat Bread
- Whole Wheat Crackers
- Whole Wheat Pasta
- Whole Wheat Tortillas
- Wheat Berries
- Wheat Bran
- Wheat Germ
Legumes and Beans
- Anasazi Beans
- Azuki Beans
- Black Beans
- Black-Eyed Peas
- Borlotti Beans
- Cannellini Beans
- Chickpeas
- Common Beans
- Cranberry Beans
- Fava Beans
- Flageolet Beans
- Garbanzo Beans
- Great Northern Beans
- Jacob’s Cattle Beans
- Lentils
- Lentils: Black
- Lentils: Brown
- Lentils: Green
- Lentils: Red
- Lima Beans
- Mung Beans
- Navy Beans
- Pinto Beans
- Scarlet Runner Beans
- Soldier Beans
- Split Peas
- Tongues of Fire Beans
- White Beans
- Yellow Beans
Meat and Egg Replacements and Alternatives
Meat Replacements
- Jackfruit
- Plant-Based Burger Patties
- Plant-Based Burger Patties: Beyond Burger
- Plant-Based Burger Patties: Impossible Burger
- Plant-Based Burger Patties: Other
- Plant-Based Chicken Nuggets
- Plant-Based Chicken Strips
- Plant-Based Ground “Meat”
- Plant-Based Meatballs
- Plant-Based Sausages
- Plant-Based Sausages: Field Roast
- Plant-Based Sausages: Tofurky
- Plant-Based Sausages: Other
- Seitan
- Tempeh
- Textured Vegetable Protein
- Tofu
- Vegan Bacon
- Vegan Deli Slices
- Vegan Deli Slices: Lightlife
- Vegan Deli Slices: Tofurky
- Vegan Deli Slices: Other
Egg Replacements
- Applesauce
- Aquafaba
- Chia Seeds
- Ground Flaxseeds
- Mashed Bananas
- Silken Tofu
- Vegan Egg Replacer Powders
- Vegan Egg Replacer Powders: Bob’s Red Mill Egg Replacer
- Vegan Egg Substitutes
- Vegan Egg Substitutes: Just Egg
- Vegan Yogurt
Plant-Based Meat Alternatives
- Beyond Meat Products
- Beyond Meat Products: Burgers
- Beyond Meat Products: Sausages
- Beyond Meat Products: Breakfast Sausages
- Beyond Meat Products: Ground Meat
- Beyond Meat Products: Jerky
- Impossible Foods Products
- Impossible Foods Products: Burgers
- Impossible Foods Products: Ground Meat
- Tofurky Products
- Tofurky Products: Deli Slices
- Tofurky Products: Sausages
- Tofurky Products: Roasts
- Gardein Products
- Gardein Products: Chick’n Tenders
- Gardein Products: Meatballs
- Gardein Products: Fishless Filets)
- Lightlife Products
- Lightlife Products: Hot Dogs
- Lightlife Products: Bacon
- Lightlife Products: Sausages
→ Explore this guide to which plant-based meat alternative is best
Dairy Alternatives
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives
- Almond Milk
- Cashew Milk
- Coconut Milk
- Flax Milk
- Hazelnut Milk
- Hemp Milk
- Oat Milk
- Pea Milk
- Rice Milk
- Soy Milk
- Vegan Condensed Milk
- Vegan Evaporated Milk
- Vegan Powdered Milk
- Vegan Yogurt Drinks
Yogurt Alternatives
- Almond Milk Yogurt
- Cashew Milk Yogurt
- Coconut Milk Yogurt
- Oat Milk Yogurt
- Soy Milk Yogurt
Cheese Alternatives
- Nut-Based Cheese
- Nut-Based Cheese: Almond
- Nut-Based Cheese: Cashew
- Nut-Based Cheese: Other
- Tofu-Based Cheese
- Vegan Cheddar Cheese
- Vegan Cheese Blocks
- Vegan Cheese Sauces
- Vegan Cheese Shreds
- Vegan Cheese Slices
- Vegan Cheese Spreads
- Vegan Cream Cheese
- Vegan Feta Cheese
- Vegan Mozzarella Cheese
- Vegan Parmesan Cheese
- Vegan Ricotta Cheese
Butter Alternatives
- Avocado Oil
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Sunflower Oil
Ice-Cream Alternatives
- Açaí
- Almond Milk Ice Cream
- Cashew Milk Ice Cream
- Coconut Milk Ice Cream
- Oat Milk Ice Cream
- Popsicles
- Rice Milk Ice Cream
- Sorbet
- Soy Milk Ice Cream
Cream Alternatives
- Almond Cream
- Cashew Cream
- Coconut Cream
- Oat Cream
- Soy Cream
Sour Cream Alternatives
- Cashew Sour Cream
- Coconut Milk Sour Cream
- Soy Sour Cream
Whipped Cream Alternatives
- Almond Whipped Cream
- Coconut Whipped Cream
- Rice Whipped Cream
- Soy Whipped Cream
Coffee Creamer Alternatives
- Almond Milk Creamer
- Coconut Milk Creamer
- Hazelnut Milk Creamer
- Oat Milk Creamer
- Soy Milk Creamer
Soy Products
- Edamame
- Soybeans
- Soy Cheese
- Soy Ice Cream
- Soy Milk
- Soy Protein Powder
- Soy Yogurt
- Soy-Based Deli Slices
- Soy-Based Meat Substitutes
- Soy-Based Meat Substitutes: Soy Burgers
- Soy-Based Meat Substitutes: Soy Crumbles
- Soy-Based Meat Substitutes: Soy Sausage
- Tempeh
- Tofu
- Tofu: Extra Firm
- Tofu: Firm
- Tofu: Silken
Baking Ingredients
- Agave Nectar
- All-Purpose Flour
- Baking Powder
- Baking Soda
- Cocoa Powder
- Coconut Sugar
- Maple Syrup
- Vanilla Extract
- Vegan Chocolate Chips
- Whole Wheat Flour
Nuts and Seeds
Nuts
- Almonds
- Brazil Nuts
- Cashews
- Chestnuts
- Hazelnuts
- Macadamia Nuts
- Peanuts
- Pecans
- Pine Nuts
- Pistachios
- Walnuts
Seeds
- Chia Seeds
- Flaxseeds
- Grape Seeds
- Hemp Seeds
- Pomegranate Seeds
- Poppy Seeds
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Quinoa Seeds
- Sesame Seeds
- Sunflower Seeds
- Watermelon Seeds
Frozen Foods
- Frozen Fruits
- Frozen Plant-Based Meals
- Frozen Vegetables
- Frozen Veggie Burgers
- Vegan Frozen Pizzas
- Vegan Ice Cream
Herbs and Spices
Herbs
- Basil
- Bay Leaves
- Chervil
- Chives
- Cilantro
- Cinnamon Basil
- Cumin Leaves
- Dill
- Lavender
- Lemongrass
- Lemongrass
- Marjoram
- Mint
- Oregano
- Parsley
- Rosemary
- Sage
- Stevia
- Tarragon
- Thyme
Spices
- Caraway Seeds
- Cardamom
- Cayenne Pepper
- Celery Seeds
- Chili Flakes
- Cinnamon
- Cloves
- Coriander
- Cumin
- Fennel Seeds
- Fenugreek
- Ginger
- Mustard Seeds
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Saffron
- Turmeric
Blends and Seasoning
- Barbecue Seasoning
- Black Pepper
- Cajun Seasoning
- Chili Powder
- Chinese Five-Spice
- Curry Powder
- Fish Seasoning
- Garam Masala
- Herbes De Provence
- Italian Seasoning
- Lemon Pepper Seasoning
- Old Bay Seasoning
- Poultry Seasoning
- Pumpkin Spice
- Ras El Hanout
- Steak Seasoning
- Taco Seasoning
- Za’atar
Spreads
- Hummus
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Nut Butter
- Nut Butter: Almond
- Nut Butter: Cashew
- Nut Butter: Peanut
- Nut Butter: Sunflower
- Salsa
- Tahini
- Vegan Mayonnaise
- Vegan Pesto
Condiments and Sauces
- Agave Nectar
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Balsamic Vinegar
- BBQ Sauce
- Coconut Oil
- Guacamole
- Hoisin Sauce
- Hot Sauce
- Hummus
- Ketchup
- Maple Syrup
- Mustard
- Mustard: Dijon
- Mustard: Spicy Brown
- Mustard: Yellow
- Olive Oil
- Peanut Sauce
- Red Wine Vinegar
- Rice Vinegar
- Salsa
- Sesame Oil
- Soy Sauce
- Sweet Chili Sauce
- Tahini
- Teriyaki Sauce
- Vegan Caesar Dressing
- Vegan Caramel Sauce
- Vegan Chocolate Sauce
- Vegan Cocktail Sauce
- Vegan Cream Cheese Spread
- Vegan Honey Mustard Dressing
- Vegan Mayonnaise
- Vegan Pesto
- Vegan Ranch Dressing
- Vegan Sour Cream
- Vegan Tartar Sauce
- Vegan Tzatziki Sauce
- Vegan Worcestershire Sauce
Snacks and Treats
- Dairy-Free Yogurt Cups
- Dark Chocolate
- Dark Chocolate-Covered Fruits
- Dark Chocolate-Covered Nuts
- Dried Fruit
- Dried Fruit: Cranberries
- Dried Fruit: Mango Slices
- Dried Fruit: Raisins
- Dried Fruit: Other
- Frozen Fruit Bars
- Fruit Leather
- Granola Bars
- Nuts
- Nuts: Almonds
- Nuts: Cashews
- Nuts: Peanuts
- Nuts: Other
- Oat Milk Chocolate
- Popcorn
- Popsicles
- Pretzels
- Rice Cakes
- Rice Crackers
- Roasted Chickpeas
- Sorbet
- Sunflower Seeds
- Trail Mix
- Vegan Candy
- Vegan Cheese Puffs
- Vegan Chocolate Bars
- Vegan Cookies
- Vegan Energy Bars
- Vegan Gummies
- Vegan Ice Cream
- Vegan Protein Bars
- Vegan Pudding Cups
- Veggie Chips
- Veggie Straws
Beverages
- Almond Milk
- Beer
- Cashew Milk
- Coconut Milk
- Coconut Water
- Coffee
- Coffee: Cold Brew
- Coffee: Hot
- Coffee: Plant-Based Latte
- Coffee: Plant-Based Mocha
- Energy Drinks
- Flax Milk
- Fruit Juices: Apple
- Fruit Juices: Cranberry
- Fruit Juices: Grapefruit
- Fruit Juices: Orange
- Hazelnut Milk
- Hemp Milk
- Herbal Infusions
- Iced Tea
- Kombucha
- Lemonade
- Non-Alcoholic Beer
- Non-Alcoholic Spirits
- Non-Alcoholic Wine
- Non-Dairy Hot Chocolate
- Oat Milk
- Rice Milk
- Smoothies
- Soy Milk
- Spirits
- Sports Drinks
- Tea: Black
- Tea: Green
- Tea: Herbal
- Vegan Protein Drink
- Vegan Protein Drink: Huel
- Vegetable Broth
- Vegetable Juices: Carrot
- Vegetable Juices: Tomato
- Vegetable Juices: V8
- Water
- Water: Flavored Sparkling
- Water: Flavored Still
- Water: Fruit-Infused Still
- Water: Sparkling
- Water: Still
- Wine
Other
- Nutritional Yeast
- Plant-Based Sweeteners
- Plant-Based Sweeteners: Agave Nectar
- Plant-Based Sweeteners: Coconut Sugar
- Plant-Based Sweeteners: Maple Syrup
- Sea Vegetables
- Seaweed
- Vegan Baking Ingredients
- Vegan Bouillon
- Vegan Canned Soups
- Vegan Convenience Meals
- Vegan Cooking Sauces and Marinades
- Vegan Meal Kits
- Vegan Protein Powders or Supplements
- Vegan-Friendly Vitamins and Supplements
- Vegetable Stock
P.S. If grocery shopping isn’t in the cards today, check out our guide to the best vegetarian fast food options.
