Posted on
April 23, 2025 by
The VRG Weblog Editor
Picture by Alina Matveyche
by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD
Though airports usually tend to point out which meals institutions have “vegetarian/vegan” choices, my expertise is that many locations don’t have a lot in the way in which of vegan choices aside from drinks or possibly a bag of nuts. In case you have an unexpectedly lengthy layover or a canceled flight, you may make do however, all too typically, selections are restricted, and costs are excessive. That’s why I normally convey my very own meals. My standards for aircraft and airport meals embody:
- Not messy.
- Little probability of leakage. I don’t need something that would seep out of a sealed container into my carry-on bag.
- Meets TSA laws.
- No sturdy smells out of kindness for my seatmates.
- Doesn’t should be saved chilly or heat. Additionally, no meals security considerations.
Listed below are some meals I convey for the aircraft:
- Bananas
- Apples
- Resealable baggage of nuts
- Path combine or granola
- Bagels
- Nut butter and jelly in a tortilla – this doesn’t appear to get as soggy as a PB and J sandwich
- Carrot sticks
- Dried fruit – dried mango is a deal with
- Vegan jerky
- Vitality bars or granola bars
Nothing terribly thrilling but it surely’s sufficient to get me from one coast to the opposite with out starvation pangs.
Listed below are some extra concepts for meals to convey to the airport and on the aircraft: Funds-Pleasant Airport Ideas for the Acutely aware Vegan Traveler
Listed below are some concepts for discovering vegan meals in U.S. airports
