{"id":37213,"date":"2026-09-15T16:02:28","date_gmt":"2026-09-15T04:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myfoodbag.co.nz\/explore\/?p=37213"},"modified":"2026-09-15T16:02:36","modified_gmt":"2026-09-15T04:02:36","slug":"vegan-and-vegetarian-meal-kits-delicious-balanced-meals-made-easy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myfoodbag.co.nz\/explore\/2026\/09\/15\/vegan-and-vegetarian-meal-kits-delicious-balanced-meals-made-easy\/","title":{"rendered":"Vegan and Vegetarian Meal Kits: Delicious, Balanced Meals Made Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1094\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37215\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4625288804872927;width:799px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited.jpg 1600w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-300x205.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-1024x700.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-768x525.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-1536x1050.jpg 1536w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-1080x738.jpg 1080w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-1280x875.jpg 1280w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-980x670.jpg 980w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-Tasty-Marinated-Black-Beans-with-Mexican-Rice-Chipotle-edited-480x328.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following a vegan or vegetarian diet can come with a little extra planning. Finding meals that are well balanced, delicious, and easy to prepare can sometimes make dinner feel more complicated than it needs to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s where our My Food Bag <strong>My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag<\/strong> comes in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Supported by <strong>The Vegan Society<\/strong>, My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag makes it easier to enjoy delicious vegan and vegetarian recipes at home, with the ingredients delivered straight to your door each week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag is My Food Bag&#8217;s dedicated vegan and vegetarian meal kit, designed to make plant-based eating simple, delicious and convenient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each week, you can choose from 7 different recipes, including 4 vegan and 3 vegetarian options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can mix and match from the full range, so whether you&#8217;re fully vegan, vegetarian or simply looking to include more plant-based meals in your week, you can choose the recipes that suit you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recipes are dietitian-approved and feature quality New Zealand ingredients alongside a wide variety of plant-based proteins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll also find an array of cuisines and flavours to keep things interesting. Think Dukkah Roasted Haloumi, Korean Sticky Tofu Bites and Spanish Romesco Chickpeas all in the same week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag meals balanced?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A well-planned vegan or vegetarian diet should include a wide variety of plant foods, alongside different sources of protein and other important nutrients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That&#8217;s something we&#8217;ve considered when developing the My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag recipes. <strong>Every meal contains at least 15g of protein per serve<\/strong>, with many providing more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our vegan recipes feature a variety of plant-based protein foods, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tofu<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chickpeas, lentils and kidney beans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Falafel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quinoa and other grains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nuts and seeds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peas and edamame<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1296\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37219\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.2345921985815602;width:826px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited.jpg 1600w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-300x243.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-1024x829.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-768x622.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-1536x1244.jpg 1536w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-1080x875.jpg 1080w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-1280x1037.jpg 1280w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-980x794.jpg 980w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/V-Proper-Sweets-Beets-Veggie-Cheese-Burgers-with-Beetroot-Relish-Kumara-Buns-opt-2-edited-480x389.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our vegetarian recipes also include other protein sources such as paneer, eggs, haloumi, feta and yoghurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This menu reflects our wider My Food Bag range, including a mix of more nutrition-focused options alongside familiar family favourites. We believe following a vegan or vegetarian diet shouldn&#8217;t mean missing out on the meals you love, so we&#8217;ve designed the range to give you plenty of choice while keeping balanced meals at the heart of the menu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I choose both vegan and vegetarian meals?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Yes!<\/strong> You don&#8217;t have to choose between a vegan or vegetarian subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With 7 recipes available each week, you can mix and match the vegan and vegetarian options depending on what suits you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for a completely vegan selection, you can choose from the vegan recipes each week. If you enjoy both, you can combine them to create a menu that works for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are the vegan meals completely vegan?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our vegan meals don&#8217;t contain ingredients derived from animal products, including additives, preservatives and processing aids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, some ingredients may be produced in facilities where animal products are also present. Where applicable, this will be identified on the product label with a statement such as &#8220;may contain&#8221; milk, egg, fish, mollusc or crustacea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For customers following a strict vegan diet, we recommend checking the recipe and ingredient information each week before selecting your meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We also currently use a wool-based insulator in some deliveries during warmer months to help keep products cool in transit. We&#8217;re working towards an alternative non-wool insulation solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1001\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-37217\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5984247357479577;width:853px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited.jpg 1600w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-300x188.jpg 300w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-1024x641.jpg 1024w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-768x480.jpg 768w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-1536x961.jpg 1536w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-400x250.jpg 400w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-1080x676.jpg 1080w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-1280x801.jpg 1280w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-980x613.jpg 980w, \/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/PB-15-Minute-Southern-Sticky-BBQ-Tofu-with-Smoky-Slaw-Coriander-opt-1-edited-480x300.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I only be shown vegan meals?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag customers are shown the full selection of vegan and vegetarian recipes because many households enjoy choosing from both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you consistently select vegan meals, these recipes will be shown to you first. However, we recommend checking your selected recipes each week to make sure you&#8217;ve chosen the meals that suit your dietary preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choose from 7 recipes each week and select the meals that appeal to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can choose a <strong>2 or 4 person plan<\/strong>, with options for <strong>3, 4 or 5 nights per week<\/strong>, making it easy to build the meal kit around your household and routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your ingredients and recipes are then delivered straight to your door, ready to cook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a simple way to enjoy delicious vegan and vegetarian dinners without having to spend time planning recipes or shopping for individual ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why choose My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag gives you an easy way to discover new recipes and ingredients while taking some of the planning out of dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll get:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>7 vegan and vegetarian recipes to choose from every week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least 15g protein per serve in every meal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A wide variety of plant-based protein foods<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dietitian-approved recipes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Quality New Zealand ingredients<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A mix of cuisines and flavours<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexible options for 2 or 4 people<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3, 4 or 5 nights per week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All your ingredients delivered to your door<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make vegan and vegetarian eating more exciting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following a plant-based diet doesn&#8217;t have to mean eating the same meals on repeat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With new recipes every week, My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag makes it easy to try different ingredients, cuisines and protein sources, while keeping dinner convenient and full of flavour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Discover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myfoodbag.co.nz\/meal-kits\/vegan-veggie?preference=MFBPlantPower\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.myfoodbag.co.nz\/meal-kits\/vegan-veggie?preference=MFBPlantPower\">My Vegan &amp; Veggie Bag<\/a> and bring more variety to your dinner table.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Following a vegan or vegetarian diet can come with a little extra planning. 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