Is Ben's Original Caribbean Style a Hearty Medley of 10 Different Grains, Vegetables, Legumes and Herbs, Caribbean Style Vegetarian?


Ingredients
WATER, WHOLE GRAIN BARLEY, WHOLE GRAIN BROWN RICE, COCONUT MILK (COCONUT EXTRACT, WATER), CARROTS, PEAS, RED BELL PEPPERS, RED KIDNEY BEANS, TOMATO PASTE, SUNFLOWER OIL AND/OR SOYBEAN OIL+; LESS THAN 2% OF: BLACK BEANS, MUSHROOM POWDER (MALTODEXTRIN, MUSHROOM EXTRACT), ONIONS*, GARLIC, YEAST EXTRACT, SPICES, SALT, THYME, PARSLEY, GROUND OREGANO, NATURAL FLAVOR.
What is a Vegetarian diet?
A vegetarian diet eliminates meat, poultry, and fish but typically includes dairy, eggs, and plant-based foods. People adopt it for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. This diet emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, nuts, and seeds as key nutrient sources. Vegetarians often get protein from eggs, tofu, beans, and lentils. It can offer health benefits such as reduced risk of heart disease and improved weight management, though attention should be given to nutrients like iron, zinc, and vitamin B12. With proper planning, a vegetarian diet can be both nutritionally complete and sustainable.


