Is Trade Joe's Garlic & Asiago Cheese Dip Heat & Serve Vegan?

Description
Robust savory and sharp cheese notes with a pronounced pungent bite characterize this heat-and-serve dip; creamy, smooth texture becomes velvety when warmed. Commonly used as a chip or vegetable dip, pasta or potato sauce, and crostini topping. Reviews praise convenience and flavor, with occasional notes of excess salt or oiliness.

Description
Robust savory and sharp cheese notes with a pronounced pungent bite characterize this heat-and-serve dip; creamy, smooth texture becomes velvety when warmed. Commonly used as a chip or vegetable dip, pasta or potato sauce, and crostini topping. Reviews praise convenience and flavor, with occasional notes of excess salt or oiliness.
Ingredients
SOUR CREAM (CULTURED PASTEURIZED CREAM), ASIAGO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, MICROBIAL ENZYME), SHREDDED LOW MOISTURE MOZZARELLA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURES, SALT, MICROBIAL ENZYME), CREAM CHEESE (PASTEURIZED CULTURED MILK AND CREAM, SALT, STABILIZERS [CAROB BEAN GUM AND GUAR GUM]), WATER, ROASTED GARLIC PUREE, CORNSTARCH, MINCED GARLIC, PARSLEY, SEA SALT, YEAST EXTRACT, DRIED ONION, BLACK PEPPER. CONTAINS MILK.
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.


