Are you taking part in Veganuary or testing out meatless Mondays? Being vegan doesn't have to be hard work, thanks to some of the best vegan sandwich fillings. These will honestly change your life.
From the best vegan snacks, cakes, crisps and desserts to vegan wine, there are lots of tasty and easy alternatives to try.
Did you know that by the end of January, Veganuary expects to have reached the milestone of two million participants since its launch in 2014? What an achievement. To put it into perspective, there were only one million sign-ups in October 2020.
If you're one of the two million people taking part in Veganuary or are looking for ways to reduce your meat consumption, then swapping your regular lunch to a vegan sandwich filling is a good place to start.
How do you know if a sandwich filling is vegan?
Next time you're browsing in the supermarket, the best way to spot whether or not a sandwich filling is vegan or not is by scanning the product's packaging. No, really...
If it's vegan, it will feature the certified vegan logo, say that it's vegan or list that it contains no animal ingredients.
Before popping any item into your shopping basket, double-check the list of ingredients to ensure something hasn't been missed - especially if you're buying products because of any dietary requirements.
CHECK OUT: The best vegan sandwich fillings
Vegan sandwich fillings 2022
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1 of 12Loma Linda - Tuno (Vegan Tuna) in Spring Water Can (142g)
Perfect in a tuna and vegan mayo roll. Although the texture is a little different, it's close enough to recreate your favourite sandwich. Review: "Oh how much this comes close to actual tuna in flavour, it's actually a little bit scary ud83dude05."
2 of 12Quorn Vegan Smoky Ham Free Slices
What a staple lunch sandwich filler. Not only is it pretty budget-friendly, but it also has a subtle smoky and savoury flavour. Big thumbs up from us.Review: "As someone who would class themselves as a meat reducer, these are now a staple of my lunches. They taste just like ham, but without the unpleasant texture or smell that some sandwich hams have."
3 of 12Quorn Vegan Chicken Free Slices
Quorn also delivers on its vegan chicken flavour deli slices. High in protein, gluten-free and low in saturated fat, this is a must-have for any meatless fridge. Review: "Tastes better than any packet meat I've ever had!"
4 of 12Lotus Biscuit Spread Smooth
Whether it's in a sandwich, toast or straight out of the jar, Lotus Biscuit Spread Smooth will be your new go-to vegan snack. Review: "Orgasmic. Pleasures me more than my husband. Cured my depression singlehandedly, and much cheaper than therapy."
5 of 12Hellmann's Vegan Squeezy Mayo
Technically a condiment, but no vegan sandwich filling would be complete without a squirt of this mayo.Review: "I'll have to order this again, can't find it in my supermarket. Tastes like real mayo, I tried other egg-free mayos and they are not as good."
6 of 12This Isn't Bacon Plant-Based Rashers
Plant-based bacon sarnie, anyone? Made from soy and pea protein, this makes a pretty decent breakfast. Review: "Very surprised how good this was, Strong smoky flavour; smoked is always my preference.. but don't overcook as it can become somewhat chewy. The price is great too."My neighbour was walking past, sniffed and said 'Mmm bacon' as I opened my door (referring to my cooking of course), so thumbs up there too!"
7 of 12Violife Original Flavour Grated Cheese
Whether you're making a grilled cheese sandwich or going all out making a pizza or soup, this bag of Violife Original Flavour Grated Cheese is a food shopping essential.Review: "An old favourite... Always a good stable."
8 of 12Violife Non-Dairy Cheese Alternative Soft Original
For anyone craving a cream cheese bagel, this is the spread for you. It's also free from dairy, soya, gluten, lactose, nuts and preservatives.Review: "Very very similar to another well-known cream cheese brand....Really tasty and vegan too - brilliant!"
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9 of 12Granovita - Vegetable Paté (125g)
For something a bit different for lunch, why not give this pâté made with onions, herbs and spices a go? It's delicious on toast or with crackers, too. Review: "I love this on toast for breakfast or in a wrap with salad. Really tasty & filling."
10 of 12Marmite Yeast Extract 250G
You either love it or hate it. But one thing's for sure, Marmite sandwiches are definitely an acquired taste. Review: "Great at perking up sandwiches, or just on toast or bread. Nothing beats it."
11 of 12Mr Organic Vegan Chocolate Spread
A chocolate and banana sandwich? Yes, please.Review: "Tried a few spreads to replace a previous chocolate spread I liked before going vegan. This is great! No weird taste, just tastes as good as my previous spread if not better!"
12 of 12Linda McCartney's Vegetarian Red Onion & Rosemary Sausages
Linda McCartney's Vegetarian Red Onion & Rosemary Sausages are a freezer staple. Within 16 minutes, you'll have a mouth-watering sandwich filling.Review: "Good meat alternative."
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What exactly is Veganuary?
Are you thinking about making some lifestyle changes? Veganuary is an opportunity to swap meaty favourites like bacon, burgers and chicken for a vegan lifestyle during January.
Veganuary was first launched back in 2014 and is an annual challenge run by a UK non-profit organisation that promotes and educates about veganism. How cool is that?
Which celebrities are vegan?
From A-list celebs to former Love Island contestants, you'll be shocked to find out how many stars have taken up a vegan lifestyle. Some famous vegans include India Reynolds, Ricky Gervais, Lucy Watson, Travis Barker and more.