Can’t imagine a life without a bacon butty? Thanks to these vegan bacon alternatives, you don’t have to!
There are so many vegan bacon alternatives to choose from, which is perfect if you’re partial to a full English breakfast or bacon sandwich.
Here are some of the best products available in the UK for you to explore.
Vivera Plant-Based Bacon
If you’re looking for deliciously smokey bacon you can use in pasta dishes, Caesar salads, wraps and sandwiches, Vivera’s Plant-Based Bacon Pieces are as versatile as it gets.
These are loaded with protein, vitamin B12 and iron and they’re incredibly more-ish!
Available at Tesco and Asda.
THIS Isn’t Bacon Plant-Based Rashers
These ready-to-cook bacon rashers are made with meat-eaters in mind. High in protein and fortified with other important vitamins, this is one of the most popular vegan bacon alternatives out there.
The best thing about THIS Isn’t Bacon is that you can find it at Premier Inn hotels across the UK and select restaurants too.
Available at Waitrose, Tesco, Asda and Co-Op.
Richmond Meat-Free Bacon
Richmond’s vegan smoked bacon has seriously changed the game for meat alternatives.
These yummy rashers work well in a traditional fry-up, giving you a breakfast worth getting out of bed for.
Available at Tesco, Waitrose and Asda.
Asda Plant-Based Bacon Rashers
Bring home the (meat-free) bacon with these tasty rashers from Asda’s award-winning Plant-Based range.
These delicious rashers are perfect for your Saturday morning bacon butties, full English breakfasts and just about anything you want to make with them.
M&S Plant Kitchen No Pork Streaky Bacon
If M&S is your go-to supermarket, be sure to check out the No Pork Streaky Bacon in their popular Plant Kitchen range.
VBites Plant-Based Rashers
These meatless bacon slices are among the first to hit the market and have been a long-time favourite for many vegans.
They’re sure to be a guaranteed breakfast hit and work wonders on a pizza too.
Available at VBites website.
La Vie Plant-Based Smoked Bacon
When a plant-based bacon brand is targeted by the pork industry for being too realistic, you know it’s going to taste good! La Vie’s vegan smoked bacon has been voted the best plant-based bacon in the UK.
Available at Tesco and Waitrose.
Does Vegan Bacon Taste Like Bacon?
Usually, yes! Vegan bacon alternatives are typically made from soy, tempeh or seitan, which mimic the texture of the real thing pretty accurately.
Many brands have managed to perfect the taste and even the distinct smell of bacon, which is likely to turn the heads of even the most stubborn non-vegan in your life.
However, it’s worth shopping around to find your favourite.
Why not check out our guide to vegan egg substitutes and plant-based sausages too?
