Intro
Following a vegan diet while eating at fast-food restaurants in the United States can seem like an impossible task. The prevalent use of animal products in the fast-food industry makes it complicated to find sufficient options. Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, a fried chicken chain founded in New Orleans in 1972, popular for its chicken sandwich, is no different. Ordering up a vegan meal requires some research to be certain of your choice. To make life a little easier, we gathered all of the options here (although slim) so you can choose for yourself.
Does Popeyes Have Vegan Food?
The fast-food chain Popeyes is even more limited than competing fast food restaurants when it comes to vegetarian and vegan-friendly options. That being said, there are still a few options for those who have chosen to follow a plant-based diet. There’s also been talk that vegan sandwiches like a red bean patty or a Beyond Meat burger may soon be offered at certain Popeyes locations, but nothing has been confirmed on what kind or when those options will be offered. In the meantime, you’ll find these options below will get you through a meal at Popeyes with friends without sacrificing your vegan diet.
Popeyes Menu Options
Side Dishes – Vegan Items
Grits – Grits are made from a coarsely-ground grain, usually corn, and are naturally plant-based on their own. What you’d need to watch out for is the cooking method. At your local Popeyes, be sure to confirm the grits are cooked in water and no butter, milk, or other animal products were used in making it.
Corn on the Cob – Check to see if your Popeyes will allow you to order these without butter.
Apple Sauce – Luckily, there’s nothing in Popeyes applesauce that wouldn’t be considered vegan. All clear here!
Baguette Roll – The baguette is only 90 calories and vegan!
Jalapeños – These add a lot of kick to a build-your-own sandwich when in a pinch. Add these, some grits, and some vegan sauce to a baguette and boom! You’ve got yourself a filling meal.
Vegan Sauces
Popeyes restaurant does offer a couple of vegan sauces, so however you choose to DIY your meal, you can add some flavor to it rest assured.
- BBQ Sauce
- Cocktail Sauce
- Sweet Heat Sauce
- BoldBQ Sauce
Vegan Beverages
Looking for a vegan beverage at Popeyes? Pretty much whatever you pick will be a good option for a plant-based diet.
- Soft Drinks
- Coffee
- Sweet and Unsweet Tea
- Water
Conclusion
If you find yourself at a Popeyes as a vegan, whether with friends or in a pickle as the only vegan family member, you can always refer to this guide. Be sure to double check before ordering that your food won’t contain meat, dairy, or eggs because cooking practices may vary at different Popeyes locations, as with any restaurant. Also keep in mind that since non-vegan foods are a greater priority for Popeyes than the vegan options, potential cross-contamination is always a possibility. Be sure to communicate your needs beforehand to limit this as much as possible. Happy eating!
