When changing your diet, it may take time to explore new foods and develop a routine.

There are lots of different products to choose from experiment with various flavors and brands to find your favorites.

Opposing cruelty can be as easy as substituting marinara for meat sauce, opting for bean burritos instead of chicken or beef tacos, and trying some of the many delicious and convenient vegan products that are available.

When I met my first vegetarian, he told me he had not eaten meat for fourteen years. I looked at him as if he had managed to hold his breath that entire time. Today I know there is nothing rigorous or strange about eating a diet that excludes meat.

Mock meats, made from plant protein, come in a wide range of textures, shapes, and styles: burgers, hot dogs, pepperoni, sausage, bacon, ground meat, meatballs, breaded cutlets, deli slices, unchicken salad, and more!

Dairy alternatives, made from soy, rice, nuts, seeds, and plant starches, include milks, cheeses, butter, mayonnaise, sour cream, yogurts, frozen desserts you name it!

Its best to sample as many products as you can. You might dislike certain soymilks and veggie burgers, yet think others are great!

With the right substitute ingredients and a little experience, youll discover you can still enjoy your favorite meals. Vegan twists on most any familiar recipe can be prepared using seitan (or wheat meat), homemade cheezes, and other meat and dairy alternatives. Youll find countless vegetarian recipes on the Internet, as well as a huge selection of vegetarian cookbooks.

Beans are a good source of protein and relatively inexpensive. Youll find an array of heat-and-serve options at most supermarkets, and a number of recipes for bean-based dishes in our online starter guide, including hearty soups and a chili made with textured vegetable protein, which also costs less than ready-made faux meats.

While nearly all supermarkets carry tasty, cruelty-free fare, natural food stores and co-ops are great places to explore your vegetarian options. Besides all the ready-made products, you may discover unusual grains, beans, or other ingredients youve never tried. In fact, by becoming more conscious of what they eat and by experimenting with new foods and recipes, many people find themselves with a more diverse diet after becoming vegan!

Vegan selections can be found at many fast-food chains such as Chevys, Dennys, Little Caesars, Papa Johns, Subway, Johnny Rockets, and Taco Bell as well as at most Chinese, Indian, Italian, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Thai, and other ethnic restaurants. If a menus vegan options appear to be limited to a house salad or steamed vegetable plate, dont panic! There are usually dishes that can be veganized with minimal effort, or the chef might be happy to whip up a special animal-free entre for you, so dont be afraid to ask!

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What Do Vegans Eat? - Vegan Outreach