Is RIGATONI BOLOGNESE Vegan?


Ingredients
BOLOGNESE SAUCE: MARINARA SAUCE (VINE-RIPENED FRESH TOMATOES, EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, SUNFLOWER OIL, SALT, SEASONINGS, ONIONS, SUGAR, NATURALLY DERIVED CITRIC ACID), BEEF CRUMBLE WITH JUICES (BEEF, WATER, SEA SALT), SPICY ITALIAN SAUSAGE (PORK, SPICES, SALT, WATER, SUGAR, PAPRIKA, GARLIC POWDER, FLAVORINGS, OLEORESIN PAPRIKA, WATER, SAUTEED ONIONS (ONIONS, CANOLA OIL), UNSALTED BUTTER (SWEET CREAM), HEAVY CREAM, ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED SHEEP'S MILK, CULTURES, RENNET, SALT), CHABLIS (CONTAINS SULFITES), CORN STARCH, BUTTER FAT, SALT), SALT, GARLIC, BEEF STOCK (BEEF STOCK AND FLAVOR), ROSEMARY EXTRACT, BLACK PEPPER, SAGE, ROSEMARY. PASTA: SEMOLINA FLOUR (ENRICHED WITH NIACIN, IRON, THIAMINE MONONITRATE, RIBOFLAVIN, FOLIC ACID), WATER.
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.


