Is ROASTED VEGETABLE PASTA BAKE Vegan?


Ingredients
COOKED BROWN RICE PENNE PASTA (BROWN RICE FLOUR, WATER), TOMATOES IN JUICE (TOMATOES, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID), RICOTTA CHEESE (WHEY, CREAM, CITRIC ACID), WATER, TOMATOES (TOMATOES, TOMATO PUREE, SALT), FIRE ROASTED RED ONION, MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, SALT, CHEESE CULTURES, ENZYMES, NATAMYCIN [MOLD INHIBITOR]), ZUCCHINI, ROASTED RED BELL PEPPER, FIRE ROASTED EGGPLANT, ONION, SALT, SUGAR, TOMATO BASE (TOMATO PASTE, SALT, SUGAR, FLAVORINGS, MALIC ACID, CITRIC ACID, ONION AND GARLIC POWDER), SOYBEAN OIL, SPICES, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, GARLIC (GARLIC, CITRIC ACID), EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, ONION POWDER, GARLIC POWDER.
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.


