Vegetarian Foods and Snacks?

Ok, I need to know some Vegan Safe foods from the Basic Fast Food Joints and Restaurants, Like McDonald's, Chick fil a, Carrabas, LongHorn, Mexican Restaurants, Golden Corral, Cracker Barrel, And other Places, Also foods that have enough Protein in them, And if anyone knows some Great Vegan Snacks and Easy Recipes. I really Appreciate it:)



Thanks.Vegetarian Foods and Snacks?
Hi, just so you know, even if McDonald's had a vegan item off their menu, you would still be supporting one of the biggest contributers to slaughterhouses of all times.

Now to answer the rest of your questions:

Chick fil a (never heard)

Carrabas (never heard)

LongHorn (never heard of it)

Mexican Restaurants - corn tortillas, hot sauce, corn chips, and pico de gallo. items thought to be vegan like guacamole (contains sourcream), and refried beans (contains animal fat), and rice or fideo (contain chicken broth) are not.

Golden Corral (i never heard of it)

Cracker Barrel - their oatmeal is vegan. it is served with brown sugar (also vegan), maple syrup (vegan), and crushed nuts. Their orange juice should also be vegan, as long as it is not Tropicana which has lamb stomach lining in it.

Taco Bell - contrary to what you might believe, their beans aren't vegan, but their rice might be. actually, i never eat at Taco Bell because they're the same as McDonald's in their support of slaughter.

Olive Garden - they will make the bread without butter. the bread is premade and has no whey, milk, or eggs. their minestrone is vegan and so is their spaghetti marinera.



Here's some vegan recipes:

http://vegweb.com/



Good LuckVegetarian Foods and Snacks?
Hi,



One of the things about being vegan is you will probably end up having to cook more, and eating less fast food. Most of the big fast food chain restaurants (like the ones you listed) are going to have limited vegan options.



For example... McDonald's flavors their french fries with beef fat and other animal products. So that's off the list. You can try their plain salads, if you can get them to omit the cheese. Stick with balsamic vinaigrettes, although some of these have egg or dairy in them, so check the labels. You could also eat some of the sliced apples they give with the kids meals.



As for the others--you are simply going to have to research individual items. There are publications each year regarding what's vegetarian/vegan at each fast food chain. Typically, there are little or no options for the vegan.



Mexican restaurants are very vegan-friendly. Tortillas should be safe, unless they're made with animal lards or fats or butter. You just have to ask. Beans should almost always be safe, as should rice (unless cooked in chicken broth) and veggies.



In sit-down restaurants, you can probably find something like a baked potato, salads, pasta with marinara sauce, fruit salad, steamed/grilled/roasted veggies, etc. Even bread can sometimes be off-limits so do your research by asking your waitress/waiter.



Long story made short... You're going to have a hard time eating out if you're vegan unless you seek out vegan-friendly restaurants. Here in Los Angeles, they are EVERYWHERE. You can get anything made vegan here, from meatloaf to burgers to buffalo chicken to lasagna to nachos, enchiladas, tacos, ice cream, cheesecake, etc. So maybe try an online search for any vegan restaurants in your area.





As for snacks and easy recipes... Hummus is a good protein-rich snack which can also be used as a spread for a veggie sandwich or wrap. Look for recipes that suit your tastes. You can also make bean dips or bean/lentil-based dishes. Lots of veggies have quite a bit of protein in them though. I don't eat any soy products or fake meats, and I hate beans, but I have perfect protein levels after eating vegetarian and vegan for over 10 years.



My favorite vegan dishes always have vegetables as the star... My dinners tend to always revolve around batches of roasted vegetables. One night, I'll cut up a potato, onion, and bell pepper with some olive oil and seasonings. After they're roasted, I can wrap them in a tortilla with some rice and fresh salsa or guacamole. Or I'll do roasted onions, carrots, peppers, green beans, etc. tossed with a teriyaki sauce and served on rice. Roasted garlic, cherry tomatoes, onions, cauliflower, and broccoli go great on top of pasta tossed with olive oil and some fresh parsley, balsamic, and vegan parmesan.



Or I'll just do a whole big plate of all the roasted veggies I can come up with! LOVE them.



Grains are the easiest way to start a base for your vegan meals. Pick a grain (preferably whole grains, like brown rice vs. white rice) and then pile on the veggies that suit. Vegan pastas, rice bowls, quinoa salads, sandwiches, and soups are great and easy to make. Try roasting or grilling some veggies and piling them on a whole-wheat bun with some salad greens, tomatoes, and your favorite dressing for a yummy sandwich.



One last word about vegan soups--these are SUPER EASY to vegan-ize and only take minutes to prepare (plus cooking time). All you really have to do is dump everything you like in your soup into a pot and let it cook until everything's tender. I have soups on the table in less than 30 minutes. Try something like this: Saute equal parts chopped onion, carrots, and celery in olive oil for a few minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add in a small cubed potato, and your favorite chopped veggies (green beans, corn, etc.) and liquid (can be just plain water, veggie broth, or half veggie broth and half canned tomatoes in juice). Your best protein addition would be beans. Try adding some canned white cannellini beans, black beans, garbanzos, etc. Add your favorite herbs (parsley, basil, italian seasoning blend, oregano, thyme, bay leaf, etc.) and the grain of your choice (pasta, rice, barley, etc.) and bring to boil. Let simmer until everything is tender and cooked through. You can add fresh spinach at the end or add frozen spinach directly to the boiling soup. Serve with crusty bread.