vegan india
a complete guide to vegan life in india
Everything on this site, organised as one route: what to eat, what to replace, what to ask for when eating out, and what to look for on a label. Written for Indian kitchens, cities and budgets.
starting out
Most people in India begin from a vegetarian plate, so the transition is largely about dairy — milk, curd, paneer, ghee and butter. If you currently eat meat, home staples such as soya chunks, tofu, tempeh and seitan, and brands like Blue Tribe, cover the switch.
- Beginners guide to being vegan in indiaA practical introduction covering food, supplements, eating out and family conversations.
- Vegan ≠ vegetarianThe difference between vegan and vegetarian, and what counts as vegan.
- What to expect during your first 30 days of going veganA practical guide to your first month of going vegan, from early adjustments to lasting habits.
the kitchen
Indian regional cooking is already largely plant-based. The work is in the swaps and in stocking a kitchen that makes weekday cooking quick.
nutrition
Two things matter more than the rest: adequate protein across the day and a reliable B12 source.
eating out and travelling
Ordering vegan in India is mostly a question of knowing which dishes are already dairy-free and how to ask for the rest.
beauty and fashion
Vegan and cruelty-free are two different labels. Both matter, and neither guarantees the other.
- Cruelty-free vs veganTwo different labels with two different meanings, explained.
- The vegan skincare guideA simple, evidence-based routine using brands available in India.
- The vegan fashion guideWhat to look for on a label, and Indian brands worth considering.
- The ultimate guide to vegan leatherFrom cactus to cork: materials, care, brands and the honest sustainability ranking.
family, budget and everyday life
The practical questions that come up after the first month.
- Talking to Indian parents about going veganScripts, strategies and what to avoid at the dinner table.
- Eating vegan on a budgetA seven-day meal plan that costs less than a comparable dairy-and-eggs diet.
- Raising vegan kids in IndiaFrom weaning to school lunches to paediatric consultations.
- The vegan pregnancy guideA practical, India-first walk-through - backed by every major dietetic association.
for brands and businesses
malagoesgreen also advises restaurants, hotels, food, beauty and fashion brands on building vegan and plant-based offerings in India.
consulting