A Vegan Emergency Food Supply list that is budget-friendly, easily accessible, and shelf-stable. These items are great to have on hand in case of an emergency.
Greetings from Charlotte, N.C. The coronavirus is not as rampant here as in other parts of the country, yet, there is still a lot of concern. Grocery store shelves are void of toilet paper and frozen pizzas. Still trying to figure that one out.
It’s yet to be seen what will happen with the schools. But, fortunately, we homeschool our kids so they won’t miss any time in the “classroom.” They’re super excited as you might imagine. (insert sarcasm here)
However, my oldest daughter came home for spring break from college and they decided to extend that by a week. As well as transition to online classes for possibly the rest of the semester. The fact is we have no clue what is to come over the course of the next several weeks or months.
But, it’s always better to be safe than sorry. So, we’ve been trying to stock up on pantry items “just in case…”
To help, I thought I would include a list of how we’re filling our cabinets. I’ve also included a FREE PRINT OUT of the shopping list for you. This is not meant to be an exhaustive list and I am in no way saying you NEED everything on this list. It is just to help you and give you a few options to make sure you are sustained and prepared for whatever.
Stay safe and keep calm. We’re going to get through it. This best offense is a good defense so take care of yourself and build up your immunities by eating a plant-heavy diet.
Peace & Feast,
shane
Emergency Plant-Based Vegan Pantry Staples
WHOLE GRAINS
- Whole Wheat Flour (regular, pastry, etc.)
- Pasta (whole grain if possible)
- Brown Rice Noodles
- Corn Tortillas
- Whole Wheat Tortillas
- Old-Fashioned Oats
- Cereal (Grape Nuts, Shredded Wheat, Uncle Same, Kashi 7-Whole Grain Puffs)
- Whole Grain or Sprouted Bread (Ezekiel, etc. You can keep this in the freezer)
- Quinoa
CANNED BEANS / VEGETABLES / OTHER
- Chickpeas (low-sodium or no salt added if possible)
- Black Beans (low-sodium or no salt added if possible)
- Red Kidney Beans (low-sodium or no salt added if possible)
- Pinto Beans (low-sodium or no salt added if possible)
- Fat-Free Refried Beans
- Whole Kernel Corn (low-sodium or no salt added is possible)
- Lentils
- Green Beans (low-sodium or no salt added if possible)
- Diced Tomatoes
- Tomato Paste
- Crushed Tomatoes
- Tomato Sauce
CONDIMENTS
- Ketchup
- Mustard (yellow, dijon, etc.)
- BBQ Sauce
- Salsa
- Low-Sodium Soy or Tamari Sauce
OTHER SHELF & PANTRY
- Oil-Free Pasta or Marinara Sauce
- Nutritional Yeast
- Soy Curls
- Coffee
- Mori-Nu Tofu (extra firm or firm)
- Maple Syrup
- Spices (garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, etc.)
- Tahini
- Organic Cane Sugar
- Salt
- Bragg’s Liquid Aminos
- Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
FROZEN FRUITS & VEGGIES
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Mangos
- Mixed Vegetables
- Stir-fry Medley
- Green Beans
- Corn
MISCELLANEOUS (Snacks, Nuts, Seeds, etc.)
- Extra Firm Tofu
- Super Firm Tofu
- Lara Bars, Clif Bars
- Organic Unsweetened Almond Milk or Soy Milk
- Natural Peanut Butter
- Almond Butter
- Wasa Crisp Breads
- Raw Cashews
- Raw Walnuts
- Raw Sunflower Seeds
Hi Shane,
We also live in NC, in Graham. I homeschool my 8 children who have been vegetarian all their lives and mostly plant based but we are now vegan and completely plant based. When I have a meal in my mind and go looking for recipes it hasn’t yet failed that your recipes are exactly what I’m looking for. Simple, practical, wholesome, healthy and using all of the ingredients I have and would use. You have made my life so much easier.
I just wanted to thank you and ask when you will be making a cookbook. I have a pinterest board titled s and s to keep all your recipes together but a book would be so much nicer. Especially with your beautiful photography.
Thank you for what you do and God bless you and your family.
Ps my maiden name is Martin, maybe we are distant relatives. Lol
Hi, Jennifer! Great maiden name:) Thank you so much for the kind words and encouragement. So great to meet another homeschool family. Blessings to you.
Thanks for the suggestions. Nearly all the frozen vegies have gone from the freezers here. Hopefully they will be able to restock. May all be well, and may there be a simple solution for this virus found quickly.
Thank you! Blessings to you.
Thank you for this emergency pantry list. I have a more than ample supply of staples. What I am having anxiety over are getting to the grocery store for fresh vegetables and fruits. I’m older and dread standing in the long lines and the exposure to so many people and surfaces.
Hi, Beth! Have no fear. Use frozen fruits and vegetables. They are just as healthy. Try using this Amazon link to order. If it’s available, they can have it at your house very quickly. LINK: https://amzn.to/2QwsTVR
Thanks for this list! I’m happy to say I have pretty much all of this. We are on Lake Norman so I’m thinking we are close to you. Thanks again!
Yes, we’re practically neighbors:) Thanks for reaching out and hope you are all doing well. Blessings.
Thanks, . I was just discussing this with a friend, What do we buy?
I really enjoy all your info and recipes. Everything made so simple even for a non cook like me
Wishing you and your family health and serenity
Greetings from Malta, Europe 🙂
Thank you so much, Fiona! Hope everyone there is doing well. You’re in our thoughts. Blessings to you.
Thanks for this! We are also a home schooling family here in Charlotte. 😁 Our kids are feeling totally cheated out of this mandatory break. But honestly, most of Charlotte will be “home schooling” soon because of this scare.
Hey, Karen! Nice to meet a neighbor:)