Best Burger
Beyond Burger
This powerhouse plant-based burger just can’t be stopped. And with two new versions on the horizon (one juicier and meatier, the other leaner and more nutritious)—plus a lucrative McDonald's deal inked—it’s not slowing down any time soon, either.
Best Meat
Impossible Foods
When this plantbased ground beef appeared in grocery stores, a whole world of DIY deliciousness opened up. Burgers and meatballs, sure, but arepas, bibimbap, and kabobs, we're coming for you!
Best Chicken
Gardein
• Whether it's Nashville Hot, Teriyaki, or Gochujang Style, VegNews readers agree: Gardein’s lineup of plant-based chicken is clucking good.
Best Sausage
Field Roast
• Nestled in a pretzel bun, sautéed in a scramble, or used to top a pizza—there’s no wrong way to enjoy Field Roast’s juicy, flavorful sausages.
Best New Product
JUST Egg Folded
• Eat Just's mung bean-based liquid egg got a frozen, toss-in-thetoaster makeover, and our breakfast sandwiches have never been better.
Best Ice Cream
Ben & Jerry’s
• This Vermont-based brand has been paving the way for ice cream since the ‘70s, but with yearly additions to its ever-growing non-dairy line (21 total!), it’s blazing a trail toward a plant-based future, too.
Best Accidentally Vegan Snack
Oreo
• 2021 marks the year Oreos went glutenfree,
