The trend of going Vegan may seem futile to some but are being sincerely considered by many in the world right now. With the trends of junk food engulfing us for a considerable amount of time now, there are many of us who have developed gluten allergy. Though the allergy with milk, might not at all be a phenomenon developed due to an unhealthy diet, there are some that blame the fast lifestyles for it.
Hence, here we have tried to come up with a list of alternatives to animal milk for you, which shall give you the nutrients but not with harming animals and nudging onto your allergy!
Rice Milk – A Low-Fat Alternative To Your Everyday Milk!
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This alternative tastes sweet as well as is light on the stomach. Easily digestible, the rice milk has got a consistency which is thin just like our normal milk. Nutrients like Vitamin B are present in it, along with manganese and selenium. It can be consumed naturally and guess what? It is low in fat too!
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Abhinav Bajpai, who has been an active member of the movement against animal cruelty says, “At our wedding, the Dahi for Dahi Vada was made of rice and cashew milk. While the kulfi was made of coconut milk. I have had mava barfi made of almond and cashew milk and soy milk ice-creams and they taste delicious. There are differences in tastes of course, due to the distinct flavors of each ingredient. Maybe I love them more because I know, they are cruelty-free!”
Oat Milk – Keeping The Oaty Flavor Intact
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The Oat Milk is very high in protein, fiber as well as iron. Containing antioxidants, this variety of milk is creamy and tasty. Just like the rice milk, oat milk also is rich in antioxidants and protects the body from harmful diseases. The oat milk as the name suggests contains in it an “oaty” flavor which is hard to miss!
Coconut Milk – For The Ones Who Love Creamy Milk!
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This is the most creamy among all. This variety of vegan milk tastes really different and the consistency is very similar to that of the cow’s milk. The coconut milk is high in healthy fats and omegas and low in calories. What better alternative should you be looking for?
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Shreya Saha, a non-vegetarian who turned Vegan says, “I love coconut milk rabri that’s made from condensed coconut milk. Love the aroma of the crushed cardamom in it. I could never believe I can actually ever eat rabri again after going vegan. But with the help of the recipes of so many vegan friends who are amazing cooks, I learnt making this vegan havoc.”
Almond/Cashew Milk – For The Love Of The Nutty Flavor
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Having a nutty flavor, this milk is perfect for people who do not like sweet too much. With a slight hint of sweetness in order to execute the correct flavor, this variety of vegan milk is rich in nutrients and very easy to make at home! Being high in Vitamin E, the almond milk is rich in calories as well, while cashew milk is creamier.
Soy Milk – For That Extra Dose Of Protein
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Made easily from soybeans, soy milk is replete with all essential ingredients including protein, vitamins, calcium etc. To add to all of it, soy milk has similar benefits of cows milk, while it is much lower in calorie count!
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Ahana Dasgupta, another non-vegetarian turned Vegan says, “It was my birthday, and since I am a Bengali, “payesh” (Rice Kheer) is a must, which is generally made from cow’s milk but this year my mother made it from soy milk and in such an amazing way that I could hardly understand any difference.”
We promise none of these vegan alternatives to milk will make you fat! They are all healthy, tasty and easily available for you to try and test!
