If they can make animal-free cheddar and animal-free yogurt that tastes exactly like the real thing, sign me up. Right now, vegan alternatives are... not good.

[–] AA5B@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Yes, this is why I think we take the wrong approach considering things as animal free substitutes. That’s a high bar.

Meanwhile I’m perfectly happy dipping my veggies in hummus instead of cheese dip. Not as a substitute but as a different choice that is good on its own merit

[–] FlyingSquid@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

I can live without cheddar cheese. Maybe. But I need my yogurt.

[–] Twista713@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I've tried a few types of coconut-based yogurts that were tasty. I'm not a fan of almond milk, so didn't like those varieties as much. On the cheeses though, completely agree! I had one that was tolerable, but definitely falls in the "not good" category.

[–] FlyingSquid@lemmy.world 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Were the coconut-based yogurts sweet? Because I don't want sweet yogurt. I want yogurt I can put chives in and put on my falafel (for example).

[–] Twista713@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago

The vanilla flavored one was a bit sweet, but that's how I generally prefer it. I usually am throwing berries and granola in there too so admittedly can't give you an unbiased recommendation! I think there are plain flavored ones either almond or coconut milk based, which might be more of what you're looking for.