Whole30, but Make It Vegan: 10 Foods to Stock Up on

You may have heard about the Whole30 “elimination” diet, geared to help individuals identify food sensitivities and determine what eating plan helps them feel their best. Any “diet” containing animal flesh and eggs could leave you with more than you bargained for, like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, weight gain, diabetes, heart disease, and even an increased risk of many types of cancer. And no one really wants to eat curious chickens, clever cows, family-oriented fish, or pigs who love to have fun as much as the next guy. The good news is that the Plant-Based Whole30 plan swaps out all that saturated fat and cholesterol (and cruelty) for health heroes like beans, lentils, peas, edamame, miso, tofu, and tempeh, alongside lots of vegetables and fruit, healthy plant fats, fresh herbs, spices, and seasonings. And that’s all during the elimination period!

Here are 10 plant-powered products that are Whole30-approved to help you make quick-and-easy meals. And when your reset is complete and you’re ready to loosen the rules (mmmm, fries), sticking with vegan eating is one of the most impactful ways to save animals and safeguard your health every day.

Abbot’s Plant Proteins

Flavorful and nutrient-packed, Abbot’s vegan burgers, chicken, sausage, chorizo, and ground beef are made with clean plant protein, antioxidant-rich herbs and spices, superfoods like flaxseeds and chia seeds, and healthy plant oils like avocado. Fans rave about the high protein content that leaves them full for hours.

Kite Hill Cream Cheese and Ricotta

Cheese fanatics, rejoice! You can eat cheese on the Whole30 diet thanks to Kite Hill, the plan’s exclusive cream cheese and ricotta partner.

Georgia Grinders Nut Butters

Can’t imagine a world without nut butter? Same. Seven of Georgia Grinders’ premium nut butters are Whole30 compliant, and they’re all free of GMOs, added sugars, and added oils.

I Eat My Greens Soups

Get virtuous veggies the easy way with chef-crafted heat-and-serve soups that never contain added sugars, fillers, or preservatives. The tasty formulations also work well as pre-made sauces.

Lightlife Original Tempeh

For a versatile meal-starter that packs 18 grams of protein, six grams of fiber, and all nine essential amino acids, look no further than Lightlife Tempeh. Fry it, bake it, sauté it, or crumble it, and toss it in with your favorite ingredients, sauces, and seasonings for endless hearty combos.

SeaSnax Seaweed Chips

If you’re looking to break up with chips, SeaSnax can help you sea your way to a healthier snack pack. With flavors like Chipotle, Toasty Onion, and Wasabi, you’ll barely know they’re—shhh—healthy.

Siete Foods Salsas

Going on a chip-free cleanse doesn’t mean you have to give up tasty salsas, which are a clever way to sneak in more veggies. Pile Siete’s heritage-inspired creations onto tacos, burritos, baked potatoes, and even salads.  

Love Beets

How cute are these beets?! These tasty taproots were once prescribed by doctors to people struggling with fatigue, and they’ve been hailed as a fix for everything from high blood pressure to dandruff. Go ahead and make them into little heart shapes, you know you want to.

wildbrine Kimchis, Veggies, and Salads

Passionate about probiotics? wildbrine offers kimchis, sauerkrauts, pickled veggies, and fermented salads that range from tangy to savory and offer fiber, protein, and happy-gut bacteria.  

Sweet Nothings Organic Smoothie Bowls and Smoothie Pops

Don’t skip dessert! Sweet Nothings makes thoughtful indulgence easy with Smoothie Bowls and Smoothie Pops made from whole fruit, nuts, veggies, and seeds. We recommend the new Strawberries & Cream, Oranges & Cream, and Bananas & Cream pops.

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