Did you know that pigs are highly intelligent individuals who can solve puzzles, learn tricks, and even play simple video games? It’s no surprise that pigs are the reason many people stop eating meat. Fortunately, there are several delicious vegan bacon brands available, and you can find a lot of them at your local grocery store. Whether you’re making a crispy vegan BLT, topping a baked potato, or throwing together this crowd-pleasing “bacon” dip, these store-bought vegan bacon brands deliver all the savory taste without harming animals.
Prime Roots
Smoky and savory, this vegan bacon is made from koji. Its meaty texture and rich flavor work well in BLTs, breakfast scrambles, and other bacon favorites.
MyFOREST Foods MyBacon
MyBacon, made from mushroom mycelium, sizzles to a perfectly crispy texture perfect for BLTs or a breakfast side.
Umaro Foods Superfood Bacon
This smoky, rich, umami-packed bacon is made with protein from red seaweed. Add it to sandwiches or enjoy it for breakfast.
Beleaf Plant-Based Bacon
Beleaf’s super-smoky and perfectly crispy meat-free bacon is a popular option at many vegan restaurants. Tip: Pair it with the brand’s sunny-side-up vegan fried egg for the perfect breakfast sandwich.
Lightlife Smoky Tempeh Strips
Lightlife’s vegan bacon is marinated in a smoky flavor and has a toothsome texture from hearty tempeh.
Thrilling Foods Bakon Strips
These tasty vegan bacon strips are made similarly to tofu, and then they are salt-cured and smoked just like bacon made from the flesh of intelligent pigs—but without the suffering.
Lightlife Smart Bacon
These salty strips make a deliciously easy breakfast side. This vegan bacon will surely have you coming back for more!
Upton Naturals Bacon Seitan
100% vegan and delicious, these strips are made from very few ingredients, making them a great choice for those trying to keep it more natural.
Madley Hadley
These coconut-based bacon bits make the perfect topper for salads, baked potatoes, and soups. They even come in three flavors: Original, Spicy Cayenne, and Flaming Habanero.
Louisville Vegan Jerky
Did you know that the vegan jerky favorite offers vegan bacon bits? Grab a bag to top a pizza or add a little savory bite to a salad.
McCormick Bac’n Pieces™ Bacon Flavored Bits
Looking for a crunchy baked potato topper? This well-known pantry staple is accidentally vegan!
Looking for more “bacon” ideas? Take a look at these recipes that use “bacon” as a key ingredient.
Leave Pigs Off Your Plate
Whether you want extra crispy strips for breakfast, to stack on a BLT, or smoky bits to top a baked potato, there’s a store-bought vegan bacon brand for that. Enjoy all the bacon-focused classics without harming pigs, who enjoy listening to music and form deep bonds. They don’t deserve to end up on your plate.
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