Burger King Vegan Options {Ultimate Ordering Guide}

For 50 years, Burger King has been in the business of burgers. After many decades of listening to mainly meat media, they’ve decided to take part in the plant-based territory. Burger King made history when they launched the Impossible Whopper in 2019—a massive step when you consider that Burger King has more than 17,000 locations and serves over 15 million customers per day. That’s billions of burgers every year.

At least we now have one option for burgers on-the-go across the country—and hopefully, we’ll see even more vegan options in the near future. In fact, check out our vegan fast food guide to see what other options are currently available to you at chain restaurants!

And now, if you’re wondering what you can eat that’s vegan at Burger King, read on.

Burger King Veggie Burger & How to Order The Impossible Whopper Vegan

It’s easy to order the Impossible Whopper vegan—just ask for no mayonnaise! The patty used in the Impossible Whopper is the “Impossible Burger 2.0” made by Impossible Foods—and it’s completely vegan. The buns at Burger King are also vegan! The other Whopper toppings include tomatoes, lettuce, ketchup, pickles, and onion, which are all vegan.

Just note, the vegan whopper is made on the same grill as other meat products, so if this bothers you, it may not be suitable for you. Remember that it has zero impact on animals if it’s cooked on a separate grill, or a shared grill, so this is a personal preference, not an ethical consideration.

Are Burger King Fries Vegan?

Yes! Burger King uses vegetable oil for frying their french fries, so the Burger King fries are vegan! However, they do share a fryer with other non-vegan foods, so if you’re worried about cross-contamination, then skip the fries. Ethically speaking, sharing a fryer with other non-vegan products doesn’t actually impact animals or cause any addition suffering, so ethically speaking, you should be in the clear.

Helpful Hints When Ordering Vegan at Burger King

• Browse the restaurant’s website before ordering. Some locations offer different food options.
• When ordering the Impossible Whopper, request that your plant-based patty be cooked on a meat-free surface. It’s possible that they won’t be able to fulfill your request, but it never hurts to ask nicely! Note: it doesn’t make a difference to animals whether your burger is cooked on a grill with other meat or on a meat-free surface.
• Add a garden side salad full of fresh greens (but no cheese!) to any vegan “burger” for a more satisfying supper. Serve with Ken’s Golden Italian or Balsamic dressing and you’re good to go!

Burger King Vegan Options

There’s no straightforward Burger King vegan menu but we’ve simplified it for you by breaking down the vegan options available for each section of the menu!

Vegan Breakfast Options (available until 10:30 am)

Breakfast is pretty much the best time to buy at Burger King. You can stuff your belly full of French Toast Sticks (accidentally vegan—woo!), heaps of hash browns and throw in an additional order of oatmeal (made with water). Combine with an ice-cold OJ and you’ve got yourself a very vegan breakfast buffet!

Here are all of the Burger King vegan breakfast options:

• French Toast Sticks (accidentally vegan)
• Hash browns
• Oatmeal (made with water)
• Maple Syrup (be warned: it’s not real maple syrup but rather flavored corn syrup)
• Impossible Whopper Burger for Breakfast (no mayo)

Pictured above: the Burger King vegan French Toast Sticks

Vegan Lunch & Dinner Options at Burger King (available after 10:30 am)

For lunch and dinner you can turn to the Impossible Whopper, made vegan by holding the mayo. The Impossible Whopper is surprisingly meat-like and has gotten rave reviews. It can be brilliantly bulked up with a substantial side of fries (they use vegetable oil for frying) or an admittedly sad garden side salad (with no cheese or dressing). Invest in the vegan Whopper on your visit and you can discover what all the hype is all about. Encourage the person with you to try a bite too (bonus points if you record their reaction).

• Impossible Whopper (no mayo)
• Single Impossible King (no cheese)
• Fries (they use vegetable oil for frying)
• Garden side salad (with no cheese)

Note: they used to offer a vegan PB&J Jamwich for kids, but those seem to have been removed from the menu.

Vegan Dessert Options at Burger King

Sadly, Burger King discontinued their only accidentally vegan dessert—the apple pie. It’s no longer sold nationwide, and long-time fans of this sweet hand-held treat are crushed. They have shakes, and soft serve, and cookies, and a Hershey’s Sundae Pie—but sadly none of those are vegan.

Vegan Beverages

Beverages are a quick and simple ordering option, keeping in mind that all of the shakes, soft serve, and sundaes are mostly made with milk. The ICEEs are surprisingly vegan (with only ice and sugar syrup as the main ingredients) if you are searching for a cold, sweet treat. The beverages below are all vegan-friendly.

• Capri Sun Apple Juice
• Coffee
• Dr. Pepper
• Frozen Coke ICEE
• Frozen Fanta Wild Cherry ICEE
• Hot Tea
• Iced Tea (sweetened or unsweetened)
• Minute Maid Orange Juice

How to Order Vegan at Burger King Video (Featuring the Impossible Whopper)

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s NOT Vegan at Burger King?

The onion rings at Burger King are sadly not vegan — they are made with whey (a milk derivative). Also, if you were hoping for a warm breakfast biscuit, puffy pancake, or a fine, flaky croissant, you will be decidedly disappointed. All are made with milk and/or butter with no savory substitute.

Plea for the Onion Ring

Oh, please, Bold Burger King
Give us our crispy onion ring

Without all that dreaded whey
You don’t need it anyway

We would buy them day or night
To a vegan, it’s our right

To have a crunchy, savory treat
Without the dairy or the meat!

Healthier Order Suggestions

If you’re concerned about the high-fat content (coconut and sunflower oil) or soy base of the Impossible Whopper, consider ordering a Whopper Junior with no meat or mayo. Yes, it’s just a bun with lettuce and tomato, but you could also heap some heavenly hash browns in the center accented with a hint of hot sauce.

Although there isn’t a large variety on the main menu of this huge hamburger chain, there seems to be a promise of more plant-based options in the future. As always, the more often we ask, the more these ruling restaurants will become aware of the increasing need for non-meat options.

We hope that Burger King’s “Be Your Way” slogan will spread its branches beyond just the individual Impossible Burger.

Historic Moments in Vegan History

• 2019 – Burger King released the iconic Impossible Whopper featuring a fully vegan Impossible Foods patty.
• 2021 – On October 11th Burger King tested vegan chicken nuggets made by Impossible Foods in three locations: Des Moines, Iowa, Boston, Massachusetts, and Miami, Florida.
• 2022 – Burger King launched the Impossible King, a plant-based version of the BK King, and the Impossible Southwest Bacon Whopper. They also trialed the Original Chik’n Sandwich, a plant-based chicken sandwich, at select Cincinnati, OH locations.
• 2023 – No changes yet.

How to Order Vegan at Other Chains

• Find out which Wendy’s menu items are vegan-friendly including sides and salad options.
• McDonald’s has limited options with your best bet being their breakfast menu.
• Taco Bell may have one of the most veg-friendly fast food menus out there!
• For pizza lovers, Dominos has decent options for vegetarian pizzas that can easily be made vegan.
• Check out these easy swaps at El Pollo Loco to make several menu items vegan-friendly!
• Don’t get too excited for Arby’s, their vegan menu is lacking but there are a few things worth ordering!

Have you found any other options to be veganizable? Did you find something amazing that we missed? Send us a message and let us know and tag #worldofvegan and @vegan on Instagram to share your favorite vegan at Burger King creations with all of us!

Disclaimer: At the time of this vegan and vegetarian Burger King article (last updated in 2023), all of the foods mentioned above are vegan. Since restaurants constantly update their menus, add or take away items, and reformulate menu items, please keep this in mind when ordering your food. There may be new items that are vegan and not listed above or items listed here as vegan, which are no longer vegan. Take care to double-check. Good luck!

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Frequently Asked Questions

You can still eat out at restaurants while following a plant-based lifestyle.

Many restaurants now offer plant-based menu options. In larger cities and communities, many vegan restaurants are popping up and offering exciting food choices. You can also find vegetarian-friendly options in many mainstream restaurants. This means that you have plenty of opportunities to enjoy traditional cuisines while still following a plant-based diet. You should look for recipes that feature vegetables and legumes like tofu, tempeh or seitan. Incorporate vinegar and healthy oils instead of mayonnaise or dressings high in saturated fat. Ask your server to make sure you know what vegan items are available.

You can also research vegan cookbooks ahead of time to get ideas on how proteins can be substituted for meats and rich sauces. Many restaurants will accommodate guests who eat a plant-based diet. They will also do their best to meet your needs. It is possible to enjoy a delicious meal out while following a plant-based diet with a little creativity and research.

Is it possible for a plant-based diet to help you lose weight?

Yes, a plant-based diet can help with weight loss. You can eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, whole grain, and other plant-based protein sources to provide enough volume without having to eat unhealthy fats or carbs. A well-rounded vegan meal plan is usually low in saturated fat and cholesterol-containing foods like red meat and processed snacks that tend to add weight instead of take it away. Research shows that eating a plant-based diet can help increase metabolism and decrease the risk of obesity. Healthy ingredients rich in fiber can help you lose weight while providing essential vitamins and minerals your body requires.

Can I eat meat while following a plant-based diet

While plant-based diets eliminate meat, fish, and poultry, they also allow for certain food items that contain limited animal products. Some people who follow a plant-based diet can still eat dairy and eggs, but only in moderation. There are many options for those who want to make the switch to a plant diet. Plant-based diets rely on fresh fruits, vegetables, legumes like beans, lentils, nuts, seeds, and fortified foods, such as coconut milk and non-dairy almond milk.

In addition to restaurants specializing in vegan food or offering vegan menu items (like certain fast food chains), it's possible to find vegan products in most grocery stores. Soy-based meats like tofu (wheat gluten), seitan (wheat protein), tempeh, fermented soybeans, and mock duck made of mushrooms can all be replicated in the taste and texture. A variety of vegetarian burgers using black beans and/or quinoa are available that can be very close to beef burgers.

Many plant-based options are available for those who don't want to eat meat, but still want something other than a meal replacement. Vegan substitutes include tofu mayo and coconut bacon strips; eggplant bacon bits or coconut bacon; vegetable hot dogs with seasoned texture soy protein; faux chicken strips made from wheat gluten; and veggie hot dog recipes. Although some processed forms fermented mushrooms can taste just like meat, when cooked correctly, they have significantly lower water consumption than livestock production. Ultimately, meat that one might once would have eaten could be safely replaced with these alternatives, making transitioning into a plant-based diet more manageable.

Can I eat chicken on a plant-based diet?

No, eating chicken on a plant-based diet is not possible. A plant-based diet eliminates all animal products, including meat, fish, and poultry. Many vegan options to traditional meat-centric dishes can be made without the use of animal products. For example, soy-based meats such as tofu, seitan (wheat gluten), tempeh (fermented soybeans), and mock duck made from mushrooms can mimic the flavor of traditional meats. Vegetarian burgers made of black beans, quinoa and other legumes can be very similar to traditional beef burgers. Tofu mayo; coconut bacon strips or eggplant bacon bits; vegetable hot dogs made with seasoned texture soy protein; faux chicken strips of wheat gluten are all tasty alternatives.

Can a plant diet help reduce the risk for chronic diseases?

A plant-based diet is becoming more popular because of its many health and environmental benefits. This diet consists of eating mostly fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes as well as nuts and seeds. It also eliminates or substantially reduces animal protein such as meat and dairy products. The benefits of a plant-based lifestyle include better heart health, improved digestion, energy levels and reduced stress hormones. It is possible to get sufficient protein by following a plant based diet.

Statistics

• A study found that livestock provides just 18 percent of calories consumed globally but takes up 83 percent of farmland. (forksoverknives.com)
• In fact, according to research published in the going plant-based can cut grocery bills by $750 a year per person, Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition. (forksoverknives.com)

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How To

How to cook delicious, nutritious plant-based recipes?

Plant-based recipes can be delicious and filling if you have the right ingredients, prepared well and creative recipe. To start, one should opt for fresh produce and other quality ingredients; aim to create a grocery list based on the recipes one intends to make (shopping at farmers' markets and health food stores can be helpful). Also, make sure to invest in proper storage equipment to keep your prepared food fresh.

Next, focus on variety when meal prepping. This means that you should emphasize whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, seeds, legumes, and legumes. Also, try to get different colors of produce for better nutrition. Each meal should contain a balanced amount of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. To maximize efficiency, you can use multi-cookers and slow cookers in your kitchen. Batch cooking allows you to prepare meals in advance.

Try new flavors while staying vegan. When you're trying to get creative, spice like chili powder or cayenne pepper can add flavor to your dish while also keeping it healthy. Plant-based meals can be transformed from bland to delicious by using whole foods, rather than processed substitutes. For example, you can make beans instead faux "meats" or roast butternut squash in place of french fries. Remix leftovers from earlier weeks to make something new.

By utilizing these tips, individuals can enjoy a delicious plant-based diet without sacrificing flavor or fullness - so go forth and get cooking!

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