Are Refried Beans Vegan?
Refried beans are not a traditionally vegan dish. In fact, authentic recipes call for lard or pig fat. Others contain whole pieces of bacon or sausage. As always, we recommend asking your waiter whether the dishes you’d like to order contain any animal-based ingredients, or if they’re able to prepare them in a vegan way. Today, most popular chain restaurants do offer animal-free refried beans. Just make sure to ask them to hold the cheese topping!
When it comes to canned refried beans, it’s important to check the ingredients. Again, many may contain some sort of pork derivative, bone broth, or even dairy. That said, keep reading to discover some of the most delicious vegan refried beans you can find at popular restaurants or on grocery shelves!
Taco Bell Refried Beans
Both the canned varieties and the refried beans sold at Taco Bell restaurants are certified vegan. They contain pinto beans, soybean oil, and vegan-friendly seasonings. Find more vegan options at Taco Bell here!
Del Taco Refried Beans
Del Taco’s beans are entirely vegan! However, they do contain palm oil. Check out more vegan options at Del Taco here.
Rubio’s Coastal Grill
All the beans at Rubio’s Coastal Grill are vegan when ordered without cheese.
Amy’s Light In Sodium Organic Refried Beans
We love that these refried beans are ultra-natural, made with just organic pinto beans, water, organic onions, organic high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil, organic garlic, sea salt, and organic spices! They’re also lower in sodium than most brands, at just 210mg per 1/2 cup serving.
Rosarita Low Fat Refried Black Beans
This brand’s low fat refried beans contain just 0.5g of total fat, and 0g of saturated fat! In fact, they’re made with only black beans, water, and natural seasonings.
We hope we were able to help you find your next go-to bean brand for burrito and taco nights! Thanks for always making sure your food was prepared with less harm to our planet and the animals that inhabit it. Good luck on your vegan journey!
