Sainsbury's Vegan Guide UK: Plant Pioneers and More

Sainsbury’s Plant Pioneers range is one of the best supermarket vegan lines in the UK. It is slightly more premium than Tesco’s Plant Chef but the quality is consistently high.

Plant Pioneers range highlights

• Plant Pioneers No-Chicken Pieces — pea protein based, good texture.
• Plant Pioneers Burgers — several varieties including smoky and spiced.
• Plant Pioneers Sausage Rolls — flaky pastry with a plant-based filling.
• Plant Pioneers Pizza — with vegan cheese, multiple flavours.
• Plant Pioneers Ready Meals — katsu curry, lasagne, and more.
• Plant Pioneers Desserts — cheesecakes and ice cream.

Sainsbury’s Free From

Similar to Tesco, the Free From range covers dairy-free cheese, milk, yoghurt, and chocolate. Not all items are vegan — some contain egg. Check the label or scan with Is It Vegan?.

Accidentally vegan finds

Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference range has several accidentally vegan products including some soups, breads, and dips. Their own-brand dark chocolate is vegan, as are many of their biscuits and crisps. Check our guide to accidentally vegan UK snacks.

Nectar prices

Like Tesco Clubcard, Sainsbury’s Nectar card gives access to lower prices on many products including Plant Pioneers items. Worth having if you shop there regularly.