New to plant-based EatIng?
If you are interested in adding more plant-based meals to your routine, focus your meals around whole grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, greens, nuts, and seeds. In addition, there are also delicious packaged products available, such as the items below. If you or your group would like to try some of these products for free, please email pledge@vegmichigan.org for more information.
beyond burgers
Great taste and better for your health and the planet as it uses 99% less water than beef burgers to produce. Available at most grocery stores.
beyond popcorn chIcken
Tastes just like chicken but cholesterol free and much kinder to the planet and animals. These plant-based popcorn chicken bites are available at most grocery stores.
rIced caulIflower stIr fry
A quick and delicious meal! Available at Trader Joe’s in the frozen section.
planet Oat MIlk (OrIgInal)
Oat milk has a naturally sweet taste and uses just a fraction of the resources to produce compared to cows milk. So, much better for the environment! Available at most grocery stores.
chocolate oat mIlk
This tasty treat is a great introduction to plant-based milk. Available at most grocery stores.
JUST Egg (folded)
Tastes just like an egg but with zero cholesterol. Made from mung beans, it’s packed with protein. It also uses 98% less water and emits 93% greenhouse gases than conventional eggs. Available at most grocery stores.
Trader Joe's cashew yogurt
Made from crushed organic cashews that have been mixed with filtered water, and enhanced with a hint of coconut cream. Six live and active probiotics are added — just like dairy yogurt —so you can still reap those good-bacteria benefits!
vegenaIse
Vegenaise is a plant-based mayo that is a healthier and tastier option than regular mayonnaise. Available at most grocery stores.
MIyoko's cheese spread
This spreadable cheese is made from a creamy base of organic cultured cashew milk. Choose one of three options to try! Select from Garlic Herb, Classic Chive, or Roadhouse Cheddar.
This program is only for people who are new to plant-based eating.
Please do not sign up if you have already tried these products.
Only one bag per household.
sample bags gIven away sInce November, 2020
VegFund supports this program
I thought a great variety was provided and it was nice to try new products from brands I had seen before but did not know were in local grocery stores! – Denise R
I liked all the items, especially the burgers! – Michael H
My perception has changed!! Plant-based food is a lot yummier than I thought! – Maddison L
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