No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from meat or fish and 6 ingredients that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.

Is Ben's Original Red Beans and Rice Vegetarian?

No. This product is not vegetarian as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from meat or fish and 6 ingredients that could could derive from meat or fish depending on the source.
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Description

Savory, mildly spiced with smoky undertones, offering a creamy, hearty texture balanced by tender components. Commonly used as a quick main, convenient side, or base for added proteins and vegetables. Customer reviews frequently note consistent convenience and flavor, while some cite occasional uneven texture and reheating issues or perceived saltiness.

Ingredients

WATER, PARBOILED LONG GRAIN RICE, RED BEANS, LESS THAN 2% OF: CHICKEN, SALT, ONION POWDER, YEAST EXTRACT, RED BELL PEPPER, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, AUTOLYZED YEAST, POTASSIUM SALT, HYDROLYZED PROTEIN, SUGAR, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVORS, DEXTROSE, YEAST, VITAMINS AND MINERALS: CALCIUM (CALCIUM CARBONATE), IRON (FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE), VITAMIN B1 (THIAMIN MONONITRATE), VITAMIN B3 (NIACINAMIDE), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE), FOLIC ACID, PAPRIKA EXTRACT (COLOR), NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR.

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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.

Where to buy

Ben's Original Red Beans and Rice is available at 4 retailers

VitacostHarris TeeterWalmartIGA

About this product

Rice · Pouch

Flavor
SavoryUmami
Texture
Soft
Commonly used for
Side DishLunchOn The Go
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