Is H‑E‑B Steamable Sauced Rice and Broccoli with Cheese Sauce Vegan?

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 13 ingredients that derive from animals and 5 ingredients that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

Why it's not vegan

  • cheese culture
  • milk
  • blue cheese
  • skim milk
  • whey
  • whey protein concentrate
  • cow's milk
  • cheddar
  • xanthan gum
  • vitamin a palmitate
  • natural flavor
  • dextrose
  • +6 more

cheese culture

Dietitian note

Cheese is a dairy product, derived from milk.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Rice, Broccoli, Water, Skim Milk, Cheddar (milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Modified Corn Starch, Contains 2% Or Less Of: Alcohol, Annatto (vegetable Color), Artificial Flavor, Beta Carotene (color), Butter (pasteurized Cream, Salt), Canola Oil, Citric Acid, Cream, Desert Salt, Dextrose, Gelatin, Blue Cheese (pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Enzymes), Mono- And Diglycerides, Natural Flavor, Palm Oil, Paprika (color), Romano Cheese (cow's Milk, Cheese Culture, Enzymes, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Soybeans, Spice, Vitamin A Palmitate, Wheat, Whey, Whey Protein Concentrate, Xanthan Gum, Yeast Extract.

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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.

About this product

Rice · Pouch

Flavor
SavoryButteryRich
Texture
Creamy
Commonly used for
Side Dish