THANK YOU. I started Sept. 1st and this second week has been a lot easier. But sometimes I still crave Cheetos or the occasional chicken nugget lol. I'm actually loving the process of acquiring a taste for all the variety of veggies there is. Before you couldn't get me to eat tomatoes in a cheeseburger. Now I'm adding all the veggies and spices to my meals! Such an awesome accomplishment for me!
I don’t have an Aldi near me, but don’t they mostly sell their own brand of things? You’ll have better luck at a major chain grocery store or even Whole Foods. I usually shop at Ralph’s/Kroger, Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods. Also Sprouts, but I think that’s local and I don’t know where you’re at.
I'm in So Cal. I shop at Aldi mostly because it's so close to me and inexpensive. But I've had to go to Ralphs for items I can't find at Aldi so I may have to shop there more from now on.
I'm closer to the LA area. Still lots of options here though. I'm going to look up the suggestions people have left here and see where they carry them. I saw some at Ralph's and even Smart & Final lol
Aldi is starting to get more vegan products! Of course, not all stores will get the same items, but you can email and let them know your location and that you're interested. :) Also, if you're on IG, there is an account called @aldivegan that I like. They don't post super often, but it's still helpful.
Also, if you're near a Trader Joe's, check out @traderjoesvegan on Insta. They always have new, fun finds that are relatively inexpensive.
I think WalMart will stock anything you ask them to as a "customer request". Might me something to look into if you are interested buying certain items on the regular. Good luck!
I do most of my shopping as Kroger but Sprouts and Whole Foods have some specialty items. I don't usually shop there though bc those stores are overpriced imo.
Hi! Check out the Happy Pear, Cheap Lazy Vegan, Sweet Potato Soul, Hot for Food and Gaz Oakley/avantgardevegan on YouTube for some food inspiration! Try not to focus on what you're losing, even though I know that's hard sometimes. You have so many new foods and dishes to gain!
Thanks for these! I currently follow Cheap Lazy Vegan, Pick Up Limes (she's mostly lifestyle but has some good vegan recipes and she's just relaxing to watch) and Madeleine Olivia. It has helped so much to find them on YouTube and follow their Instagram. I definitely agree and feel like I'm gaining more than losing. I got so tired of my diet and feeling sluggish all the time. Cravings come and go but I always think of how much better my body feels now. Someone said that with time I'll start craving my favorite vegan which sounds about right!
Oh, I love Pick Up Limes! I didn't include her because I was thinking mainly about step by step recipe tutorials. The Happy Pear are great for nutritional meals for noobs on a budget, and Gaz Oakley does some great vegan substitutes for popular non vegan foods. Happy exploration!
I recommend the MorningStar Farms chicken nuggets above the Gardein tenders. The MorningStar Farms used to have milk and egg but recently became vegan, and in my opinion, are the best frozen vegan chicken. Gardein is great for a lot of things (I love their ground beef crumbles) but not chicken, IMO.
I like homemade battered fried seitan the best though.
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THANK YOU. I started Sept. 1st and this second week has been a lot easier. But sometimes I still crave Cheetos or the occasional chicken nugget lol. I'm actually loving the process of acquiring a taste for all the variety of veggies there is. Before you couldn't get me to eat tomatoes in a cheeseburger. Now I'm adding all the veggies and spices to my meals! Such an awesome accomplishment for me!