Is Publix Deli Mac & Cheese Vegan?


Ingredients
Cooked Enriched Pasta(Water,Semolina,Enriched With Niacin,Ferrous Sulfate{Iron},Thiamine Mononitrate,Riboflavin,Folic Acid),Milk(With Vitamin D3),Sharpcheddar Cheese(Pasteurized Cultured Milk,Salt,Enzymes,Annatto Color),Cheese Sauce(Water,Cheese Whey,Palm Oil,Modified Tapioca Starch,Modified Cornstarch,Maltodextrinsodium Phosphate,Cheddar Cheese{Milk,Cultures,Salt And Enzymes},Salt,Naturalflavors,Vinegar,Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate,Citric Acid,Mono & Diglycerides,Phosphoricacid,Yeast Extract,Annatto Color,Carotenecolor,Paprika Color),Butter(Pasteurizedcream,Salt),Seasoning Mix(Modified Foodstarch,Salt,Enriched Bleached Wheat Flour{Flour,Niacin,Reduced Iron,Thiamine Mononitrate,Riboflavin,Folic Acid},White Pepper,Onion Powder,Soy Lecithin,Annatto{Color},Extractives Of Paprika & Turmeric{Color}).
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.


