Is Trader Joe's Chicken Tikka Masala Vegetarian?

Description
Rich, savory and mildly spiced with a creamy, smooth sauce and tender, bite-sized pieces. Commonly used as a quick weeknight meal, it reheats well and pairs with rice or flatbread. Reviewers praise flavor and convenience, while some note variable portioning and occasional over-seasoning or thin sauce, minor texture inconsistencies reported.

Description
Rich, savory and mildly spiced with a creamy, smooth sauce and tender, bite-sized pieces. Commonly used as a quick weeknight meal, it reheats well and pairs with rice or flatbread. Reviewers praise flavor and convenience, while some note variable portioning and occasional over-seasoning or thin sauce, minor texture inconsistencies reported.
Ingredients
Boneless Skinless Chicken, Ground Tomatoes (tomatoes, Salt, Citric Acid [acidity Regulator]), Basmati Rice, Onions, Water, Yogurt (cultured Grade A Pasteurized, Milk, Nonfat Milk Solids, Cream, Tapioca Starch, Pectin And Active Cultures), Butter (pasteurized Cream, Salt), Spices (coriander, Garlic, Ginger, Fenugreek Leaves, Salt, Turmeric, Cumin, Chili, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garam Masala, Chickpea Flour, Green & Black Cardamom, Star Anise, Nutmeg, Black Cumin & Other Spices), Sugar, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Cashews, Cream (heavy Cream, Carrageenan), Salt, Garlic & Ginger. Contains Milk, Cashews.
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.


