Is Kroger® Traditional Refried Beans Vegetarian?

Description
Creamy, mildly savory mashed beans with a smooth, spreadable texture, commonly used as a taco or burrito filling, side dish, or chip dip. Customers note consistent convenience and value, praising easy reheating and versatile use, while occasional comments mention variable thickness and sporadic lumps affecting mouthfeel, though overall rated favorably.

Description
Creamy, mildly savory mashed beans with a smooth, spreadable texture, commonly used as a taco or burrito filling, side dish, or chip dip. Customers note consistent convenience and value, praising easy reheating and versatile use, while occasional comments mention variable thickness and sporadic lumps affecting mouthfeel, though overall rated favorably.
Ingredients
Cooked Pinto Beans, Water, Lard and Hydrogenated Lard, Salt, Vinegar, Spices, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Chili Pepper.
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.


