Is H‑E‑B Macaroni & Cheese Vegan?

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 8 ingredients that derive from animals and 4 ingredients that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

Why it's not vegan

  • whey
  • club cheddar cheese
  • milk
  • cheese culture
  • pasteurized milk
  • cheddar cheese
  • skim milk
  • cheese sauce
  • riboflavin
  • vitamin a palmitate added
  • natural and artificial flavor
  • margarine

whey

Dietitian note

Whey is a protein found in milk.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

CHEESE SAUCE (SKIM MILK, CHEDDAR CHEESE [PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES, ANNATTO, POTATO STARCH AND POWDERED CELLULOSE {ANTICAKING}, NATAMYCIN {MOLD INHIBITOR}], MARGARINE [PALM OIL, WATER, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, VEGETABLE MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES {SOYBEAN}, SOY LECITHIN, SODIUM BENZOATE {PRESERVATIVE}, CITRIC ACID, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR {MILK}, BETA CAROTENE {COLOR}, VITAMIN A PALMITATE ADDED, WHEY {MILK}], CLUB CHEDDAR CHEESE [CHEDDAR CHEESE {PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES}, WATER, SALT, ANNATTO {COLOR}], MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SODIUM HEXAMETAPHOSPHATE, TRISODIUM PHOSPHATE, SALT), COOKED MACARONI (WATER, SEMOLINA [WHEAT], NIACIN, FERROUS SULFATE, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID).

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What is a Vegan diet?

A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.

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H‑E‑B Macaroni & Cheese is available at 1 retailer

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About this product

Pasta · Whole

Flavor
ButterySavorySaltyRich
Texture
CreamySoftSmooth
Commonly used for
Side DishMeal PrepLunch