Savory meat alternatives

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PCC Deli's Marinated Tofu

Whether you're trying to avoid meat entirely or reduce your intake, PCC offers an abundance of tasty alternatives, from locally crafted tofu and deli slices just right for sandwiches to veggie burgers ready for the grill and hearty Field Roast for dinner.

Our Recipe Database offers plenty of kitchen inspiration, whether you're a longtime vegetarian or new to cooking with meat alternatives. Select the vegetarian or vegan category under Special Diets and get cooking!

Delicious meat-free options

Look for burger patties, sausage, traditional soy- and wheat-based foods, ground "meat" and more in our refrigerator and freezer sections.

  • Meatless cutlets, roasts, meatballs, nuggets and more — From local producer Field Roast, Boca, Gardein, Quorn, Tofurky, Nate's, Yves and more.
  • Deli slices — From Yves, Lightlife and more.
  • Seitan — A popular meat substitute made from wheat gluten. We carry seitan from WestSoy.
  • Breakfast patties, links and more — From Morningstar Farms and Lightlife.
  • Tofu — From Nasoya, Woodstock, Wildwood, Turtle Island, Lightlife, local producer Small Planet, WestSoy, Sunrice, and local maker Island Spring Organics, in a variety of flavors and seasonings.
  • Tempeh — A protein-rich, cultured and fermented soybean cake. Look for tempeh from Lightlife and local producer Turtle Island.
  • Veggie hot dogs, sausages and brats — From Lightlife, Turtle Island, and Yves.
  • Meatless burgers — From Amy's, Boca, Gardenburger, and Sunshine.

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