Being a vegetarian or a vegan in certain parts of the country is almost mindless. Vegan and meat-free restaurants litter the streets and indie grocery stores offering meat substitutes are abundant.
The South, however, prides itself on meat. A hearty steak, deer meat and some fried chicken are key components of quintessential Southern meals, so finding vegetarian meals can be a challenge in Auburn, Alabama.
After six months of eating no meat though, I’ve found some tried and true vegetarian meals that taste great. Personally, my absolute favorite meal is a couple of veggie tacos from Tacorita. Consisting of rice, beans, fried avocados and portabella mushrooms, they’re even vegan. Another great option is from Newk’s. The vegetarian club has flame-grilled portabella mushroom “steaks,” red and yellow bell peppers and goat cheese with basil and garlic pesto. As far as home-cooked meals, Kroger and Earth Fare are great places to scour for “meatless meats,” tofu and fresh fruit and vegetables.
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