Is General Mills Lucky Charms Minis Cereal 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.

Why it's not vegetarian

  • gelatin
  • vitamin b5
  • calcium pantothenate
  • natural and artificial flavour
  • tricalcium phosphate
  • +2 more

gelatin

Dietitian note

Gelatin comes from the skin, cartilage, and bones of animals.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Description

Sweet bite sized crunchy pieces with small colorful bits provide an initial crispness that softens when moistened, while tiny chewy pieces add contrasting texture. Commonly eaten for quick breakfasts and snacks; reviewers note nostalgic appeal and pronounced sweetness, with mixed opinions on portioning and how quickly pieces lose their crunch.

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Ingredients

Whole grain corn, Sugars (sugar and/or golden sugar, corn syrup), Marshmallow bits (sugar, modified corn starch, corn syrup, dextrose, gelatin, calcium carbonate, tartrazine, allura red, sunset yellow FCF, brilliant blue FCF, graham's salt, artificial flavour), Salt, High monounsaturated canola, canola and/or high monounsaturated sunflower oil, Tricalcium phosphate, Calcium carbonate, Trisodium phosphate, Natural and artificial flavour, Rosemary extract, Vitamins & minerals: Iron, Niacinamide (vitamin B3), Calcium pantothenate (vitamin B5), Pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), Folate.

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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.

About this product

Cereal · Piece

Flavor
Sweet
Texture
Crunchy
Commonly used for
BreakfastSnackingOn The Go