The 70+ Essential Vegan Products at Trader Joe’s

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Trader Joe’s has become a cult-favorite grocery chain for a reason. From constantly keeping its customers on their toes with new product launches to making a firm commitment to reducing its plastic usage for the benefit of the environment, this chain knows how to stay ahead of the trend. Here is your definitive list of all the vegan items at this iconic grocery chain you need to add to your cart.

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1 Vegan Kale, Cashew, and Basil Pesto

From stirring into fusilli pasta to spreading on toasted baguettes, this flavorful vegan, dairy-free pesto is an absolute must-buy.

VegNews.Miyoko'sCreamCheese@vegangrocerygrabs

2 Miyoko’s Kitchen Un-Lox Your Dreams Cream Cheese

All the flavor of smoky lox, without the fish.

VegNews.Soyrizo@laveganmami

3 Soy Chorizo

Add this to a vegan breakfast burrito with potatoes, tofu scramble, avocado, and salsa. You’ll thank us later.

VegNews.ThaiGreenCurry@crandel53

4 Thai Green Curry

Made with tofu sheets, vegetables, and fluffy Jasmine rice; this easy dinner or lunchtime meal is packed with flavor.

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5 Miyoko’s Cultured Vegan Butter

The perfect “treat yourself” buy for when you’re feeling fancy.

VegNews.TJsRainbowWrap@onmyveganish

6 Rainbow Wrap

On your lunch break? Grab this veggie-filled, ready-to-eat wrap.

VegNews.Zhoug@traderjoesglutenfreevegan

7 Zhoug Sauce

This Yemeni-inspired sauce features fresh cilantro, spicy jalapeños, garlic, cardamom, and sea salt.

VegNews.Creamer@traderjoesgems

8 Coconut Creamer

An essential item for any morning coffee drinker that can’t quite stomach black coffee (they also have soy creamer).

VegNews.CinnamonRolls@ap_vegan

9 Trader Joe’s Jumbo Cinnamon Rolls

Yup, these cinnamon rolls are accidentally vegan. Look out for the seasonal pumpkin version that appears every fall.

VegNews.Yogurt@bethanybuysthings

10 Cultured Coconut Milk Yogurt

Get your daily dose of probiotics from these Vanilla or Blueberry-flavored yogurt cups.

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11 Super Spinach Salad

Quinoa, carrots, chickpeas, spinach, pumpkin seeds, and edamame are doused in a carrot ginger miso dressing for a colorful and healthy lunch.

VegNews.Dressing@kimberleigh.coyne

12 Salad Dressings

Almond Butter Turmeric, Green Goddess, or Carrot Ginger Miso? Don’t worry; they’re all delicious.

VegNews.SuperBurrito@the1azyvegan

13 Super Burrito

Is there anything better than a big, filling, veggie-loaded burrito? We’re going with no.

VegNews.TJsTofu@just.veggies

14 Sriracha Baked Tofu

If you’re feeling lazy or in need of convenience, buy this pre-baked and seasoned fiery tofu.

VegNews.VeganBolognese@veganreviewsatoz

15 Vegan Pasta Bolognese

Red lentil pasta and a meaty, rich mushroom-based bologense style sauce make this a great go-to for tasty frozen meals. 

VegNews.Jackfruit@traderjoesveganitems

16 Pulled Jackfruit in Smoky BBQ Sauce

This heat, pour, and serve protein option is delicious in sandwiches, bowls, tacos, burritos, and so much more!

VegNews.CoconutLatte@kookingwithkayla

17 Cold Brew Coconut Cream Latte

Mornings on the go have never been easier. This dairy-free canned latte option helps us get up and going in the morning. 

VegNews.ChocolateOatBars@traderjoesmemphis

18 Chocolate Fudge Oat Bars

These dairy-free fudge bars use oat milk to give them deliciously creamy texture. Keep a box in the freezer for a sweet treat at the end of a long day. 

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19 Vegan Enchilada Casserole

Red chile sauce, seasoned pinto beans, roasted vegetables all layered between corn tortillas with vegan mozzarella and cheddar make for a convenient meal.

VegNews.Beefless@the.vegan.diva

20 Beefless Ground Beef

Add these meatless crumbles to a shepherd’s pie or into your pasta sauce for a hearty meal.

 

VegNews.OkieDokie@bigboxvegan

21 Okie Dokie Ice Cream 

This creamy, oat-based ice cream pint is packed with the flavors of an oatmeal cookie and dairy-free caramel. 

VegNews.OvernightOats@eating_vegan_mpls

22 Overnight Oats

These vanilla-flavored, almond milk soaked overnight oats make the perfect on-the-go meal for busy weekday mornings. 

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23 Vegan Caesar Dressing

Made from a blend of tofu, olive oil, lemon juice, white miso, dijon mustard, and capers, this tasty salad dressing is making eating our vegetables tastier than ever. 

VegNews.Impossible@fitveganjos

24 Impossible Foods Meat

The 12-ounce package of plant-based beef is available in the refrigerated or frozen section for $7.99 (price may vary by location).

 

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25 Green Onion Taiwanese Pancakes

These flaky, Asian-style vegetable pancakes can be found in the frozen food section of the popular grocer. 

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26 Cauliflower Gnocchi

The key with this essential is to totally ignore the cooking instructions on the package. Throw these on a baking sheet in the oven or in your air fryer to get them nice and crispy.

VegNews.Hashbrown@bethanybuysthings

27 Hash Browns

There’s nothing better than crispy, buttery hashbrowns on a weekend morning.

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28 Yellow Jackfruit Curry with Rice

Weeknight frozen meals don’t have to be boring. This spicy curry features meaty jackfruit and flavorful vegetables.

VegNews.VeganFeta@bigboxvegan

29 Vegan Feta Alternative

This tangy, crumbly block of vegan cheese in brine is perfect for making fresh salads, crumbling over pasta, or tossing in a wrap. 

VegNews.TikkaMasala

30 Vegan Tikka Masala

When that Indian food craving strikes, we’re reaching for this convenient plant-based meal.

VegNews.BonBons@brianc1995_irishactor

31 Cookies & Creme Vanilla Bon Bons 

Bite-sized desserts make it seem okay when we devour half the box.

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32 Vegan Boursin Cheese

This cult-favorite cheese spread came out with a vegan option and you can find it at Trader Joe’s.

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33 Vegetable Samosa Burrito

Speaking of protein-rich burgers … this new beefy addition to the freezer section at Trader Joe’s is sure to become a favorite come grilling season. 

VegNews.RicedCauliBowl@vegan.dynamite

34 Riced Cauliflower Bowl

Tahini sauce, chickpeas, baked tofu, cauliflower rice, roasted onions, sweet potatoes … what more could you want?

VegNews.SpringRolls

35 Vegetable Spring Rolls

An oldie, but a goodie! We love these savory, appetizer-ready bites.

VegNews.ChickenlessMorsels

36 Chicken-less Mandarin Orange Morsels

Panda Express could never! These sweet, sticky meatless nuggets are a staple.

VegNews.Gyoza@bethanybuysthings

37 Thai Vegetable Gyoza

Fry these up in a pan and dip in a ginger-infused soy sauce for the ultimate lazy meal.

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38 Vegan Cheesecakes 

Our dessert cravings just got the best answer! Each package contains two mini dairy-free cheescakes … perfect for sharing with a friend. 

VegNews.PadThai@thesouthernherbivore

39 Vegetable Pad Thai

Grab a box of these noodles for whenever your craving for Thai food strikes.

VegNews.ChickpeaSalad@eatsbymo_

40 Chickpea Masala Salad

Layer this between sourdough with lettuce, tomato, and avocado for a crave-worthy sandwich. 

VegNews.Salads@dairyfreefinds

41 Vegan Salad Kits

These pre-made, ready-to-go salad kits make dinnertime easier than ever! Toss in your favorite plant-based protein and you are ready to go.

VegNews.StrawberryCream@hottesome

42 Oat Milk Strawberry Ice Cream 

Studded with almond brittle and candied strawberries, each bite of this dairy-free ice cream tastes just like summer (no matter the season). 

VegNews.ColdBrew@traderjoes_addict

43 Cold Brew Coffee and Boba Coconut Ice Cream 

Coffee + Ice Cream + Boba = perfection.

VegNews.TJsSunflowerSeed@vegangrocerygrabs

44 Dark Chocolate Sunflower Seed Butter Cups

These are often conveniently located near the registers, so just try to resist tossing one of these dairy-free treats in your basket.

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45 Chewy Chunky Chocolate Chip Cookies

The toughest decision here is whether to get the Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip or Chewy Chocolate Chip with Walnuts.

VegNews.RolledChips@becomebetty

46 Chili and Lime Rolled Tortilla Chips 

If you’re a fan of Takis, you’ll love these fiery corn-based snacks.  

VegNews.NutritionalYeast@becomebetty

47 Nutritional Yeast

Yeah, you can find pretty much any staple at this grocery store—even beloved nooch.

VegNews.CookieButter@traderjoesgems

48 Speculoos Crunchy Cookie Butter

This is an OG Trader Joe’s favorite that has always been deliciously vegan.

VegNews.Dolmas@traderjolene

49 Dolmas

Add these rice-stuffed grape leaves to your artisanal cheese platter at your next dinner party.

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50 Vegan Banana Bread with Walnuts

Chewy, nut-studded, bakery-fresh banana bread is just one grocery trip away.

VegNews.Speculoos@becomebetty

51 Speculoos Cookies

Enjoy these crunchy, irresistibly sweet biscuit cookies at your afternoon tea time.

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52 Everything But the Bagel Seasoning

If you have yet to try this seasoning to top your avocado toast, you seriously need to get yourself to the closest Trader Joe’s.

VegNews.Snickerdoodles@theimpressionablevegan

53 Soft Baked Snickerdoodle Cookies

These chewy, nostalgic, cinnamon sugar-coated cookies pair perfectly with hot chocolate.

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54 Inner Peas Snacks

These pea-based crispy snacks are super kid-friendly and perfect for summer picnics!

VegNews.KaleChips@theveggienut

55 Seasoned Kale Chips

Each leaf of crunchy kale is doused in a creamy mixture of cashew butter and tahini.

VegNews.RedPepperSpread@traderjoesglutenfreevegan

56 Red Pepper Spread with Eggplant and Garlic

Dip this spread in one of Trader Joe’s’ myriad of vegan-friendly crackers or serve with dolma.

VegNews.AlmondButterPretzel@trader_joes_treasure_hunt

57 Almond Butter-Filled Pretzels

These crunchy, salty, nutty bites are packed with protein and healthy fats and are great to keep on hand when running errands. 

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58 Go Macro Bars

You can even stock up on your favorite protein bars in the aisles of this Hawaiian-themed market.

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59 Falafel Mix

For a healthier take on this classic Mediterranean dish, bake these falafel balls instead of frying them.

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60 Joe-Joe’s

It doesn’t get much more classic than these storebrand Oreo sandwich cookies.

VegNews.CompleteCookies@waking.up.vegan

61 Lenny and Larry’s Complete Cookies

Even these popular, protein-packed cookies have found their way onto the shelves at TJ’s.

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62 Brownie Crisps

Somewhere between a brownie and a crunchy cookie, this delicious sweet treat was born.

VegNews.Cereal@veganjunkfoodz

63 Neopolitan Puff Cereal

This vegan-friendly cereal captures all the nostalgic flavor of neopolitan ice cream with chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry puffs, and it’s made with beans! 

VegNews.Scramble@veg_she

64 Tofu Scramble with Soy Chorizo

Vegetables with chunky vegan scramble, soy chorizo, vegan cheddar shreds come together to make this simple and tasty breakfast bowl. 

VegNews.MeatlessPizza@jodyyodedode

65 Meatless Meat Lover’s Pizza

A fully loaded plant-based pizza with meatless pepperoni slices, Italian-style sausage crumbles, chorizo sausage style crumbles, and vegan mozzarella makes the perfect lazy weeknight dinner. 

VegNews.TJSParm@lovestoryvegan

66 Trader Joe’s Vegan Parm Alternative

This dairy-free cheese is primed and ready for sprinkling over pastas, soups, and salads. 

VegNews.CaramelizedOnionDip@thevegantastetester

67 Vegan Caramelized Onion Dip 

This cream cheese-like dip is packed with flavor and pairs perfectly with pretzels, salty pita chips, and fresh veggies.

VegNews.SunflowerButterCookies@vegan.dynamite

68 Soft-Baked Sunflower Butter Cookies

These soft and chewy cookies feature roasted sunflower seeds for added crunch and are allergen-friendly. 

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69 Gambler’s Flash Red Wine

Did you know not all wine is vegan? Don’t worry. This one is!

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70 Green Fin Wines

Choose between red, white, or rosé from this vegan-friendly winery.

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71 Joseph Handler Red Wine

Many Trader Joe’s have even begun to handily label which wines are vegan, such as this red.

For more Trader Joe’s content, read: 
The Best Vegan Snacks at Trader Joe’s
The Best Vegan Desserts at Trader Joe’s
18 Essential Vegan Condiments at Trader Joe’s

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