Parmesan cheese is traditionally made from cows milk and is a dairy cheese that also uses other parts of an animal in its creation, such as rennet. This is the enzyme sourced from the stomach lining of calves and because of these animal welfare issues its important we look elsewhere to get our parmesan fix.
Parmesan cheese is traditionally made from cows milk and is a dairy cheese that also uses other parts of an animal in its creation, such as rennet. This is the enzyme sourced from the stomach lining of calves and because of these animal welfare issues its important we look elsewhere to get our parmesan fix.
As well as animal suffering, there is also the environmental impact of the dairy industry and health concerns related to saturated fat and cholesterol.
This is where vegan parmesan comes in, these alternatives offer a way to enjoy the same rich, umami flavour without the ethical issues of dairy farming and animal-agriculture.
Many plant-based versions are made from nuts, seeds, or nutritional yeast, providing a dairy-free option that’s often lower in saturated fat and sometimes fortified with B12 and calcium. Choosing a vegan alternative supports a food system that is kinder to animals and more sustainable for the planet while offering a flavourful and nutritious way to top pasta, salads, and soups.
The great thing about being in the UK is that you'll find plenty of vegan parmesan choices and below we'll look in to some of those options we have.
Here we look at exactly how many vegan parmesan cheeses there are in the UK that you can buy and try today. This data is taken directly from our one of a kind vegan cheese database which we update regularly to help you find new favourites today. If you head over there you can search through hundreds of vegan cheeses that are available in the UK.
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Most UK supermarkets now stock at least one variety of vegan parmesan, with brands like Violife, and supermarket own-label options widely available. You can also find artisanal vegan parmesan from independent brands, often sold in health food stores and online as most now have their own online stores they'll sell and deliver their vegan cheeses straight to your front door and taking just a couple of days for delivery.
Here is a complete list of vegan parmesan cheeses that you can buy today online or in your local health food store from artisans all over the UK. They have been lovingly made and more often than not you'll find they have healthier ingredients used in their creation when compared to mass produced vegan parmesan.
If you're interested in any of them, just head to the individual cheese pages and you should find links to their local stockists or their own website where you can purchase them.
Even though supermarket vegan cheeses are mass produced, there are still some incredible cheeses to try out and some of our favourites can be bought from a supermarket shelf.
The issue with supermarket vegan cheeses is whether they'll stock the particular plant based cheese you are interested in so we find its always best to check their online store first to see if its available to order for home delivery and if it is you should be able to find it on the supermarket shelves.
Vegan parmesan is just one of many plant-based cheeses available in the UK. If you're looking for alternatives to other types of cheese, explore our full database to find your next favourite.
