Whether you’re curious what vegans eat or you need some recipe inspiration, this vegan grocery list should help! Feel free to browse (and bookmark) or print this list for later.
Essential Foods for a Healthy Plant-Based Kitchen
Fruits
- Apples
- Bananas
- Berries (blueberries, strawberries, raspberries)
- Citrus (oranges, lemons, limes)
- Grapes
- Mangoes
- Pineapple
Vegetables
- Leafy greens (spinach, kale, romaine)
- Cruciferous (broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts)
- Root veggies (sweet potatoes, carrots, beets)
- Peppers (bell peppers, chili peppers)
- Mushrooms (portobello, cremini, shiitake)
- Zucchini & squash
Protein Sources
Legumes
- Lentils (red, green, brown)
- Chickpeas
- Black beans
- Kidney beans
- Edamame
Soy Products
- Tofu (firm, extra firm)
- Tempeh
- Soy milk
Plant-Based Protein Supplements
- Pea protein
- Brown rice protein
- Hemp protein
Goodies
Pantry Staples
- Olive oil (we use Bryan Johnson’s Blueprint EVOO)
- Coconut oil
- Vinegar (apple cider, balsamic, rice)
- Soy sauce or tamari
- Nutritional yeast
- Canned tomatoes
- Plant-based broths
Snacks & Quick Foods
- Hummus
- Popcorn
- Vegan Protein Bars (see our Top 10 Vegan Protein Bars list)
- Dark Chocolate (dairy-free)
Beans, Seeds, Non-Dairy
Whole Grains
- Quinoa
- Brown rice
- Oats (rolled, steel-cut)
- Whole wheat bread & pasta
- Barley
Nuts & Seeds
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Cashews
- Chia seeds
- Flax seeds
- Hemp seeds
- Nut butters (peanut, almond, cashew)
Dairy Alternatives
- Almond milk
- Soy milk
- Oat milk
- Coconut yogurt
- Vegan cheese
- Vegan butter
Additional Foods
Frozen Foods
- Frozen berries & vegetables
- Vegan veggie burgers (Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods)
- Frozen edamame
Herbs & Spices
- Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)
- Dried herbs & spices (cumin, paprika, turmeric)
- Hot sauce
- Tahini
And there you have it! Here’s a link if you’d prefer to download & print our free grocery list.
What to Read Next
Most people assume vegans can’t get enough protein daily because they don’t consume animal products. That couldn’t be further from the truth!
Check out our guide to getting protein on a vegan diet: