🌱 Vegan Ground Beef Substitutes

3 proven alternatives for baking, cooking, and more

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1. Beyond Beef / Impossible Ground

easy

RATIO:

1:1 replacement

BEST FOR:

tacosburgerspasta sauce

BAKING CONTEXT:

Not applicable.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Most meat-like texture. Use same cooking methods as ground beef.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Beyond Meat, Impossible Foods

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2. Cooked Lentils

medium

RATIO:

1 cup cooked lentils per pound of ground beef

BEST FOR:

tacospasta saucewhole-food

BAKING CONTEXT:

Not applicable.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Budget-friendly whole food option. Season well for best flavor.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Dried brown or green lentils

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3. TVP (Textured Vegetable Protein)

medium

RATIO:

1 cup dry TVP + 7/8 cup liquid = 1 lb ground beef

BEST FOR:

tacoschilipasta sauce

BAKING CONTEXT:

Not applicable.

💡 PRO TIPS:

Shelf-stable, budget-friendly. Absorbs flavors well. Rehydrate in hot broth.

RECOMMENDED BRANDS:

Bob's Red Mill TVP

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