In celebration of National Vegetarian Week, and with 8.8 million Brits planning on going meat-free this year, there’s never been more choice about eating vegetarian while out and about. From dedicated vegetarian restaurants to veggie options at meaty eateries, there’s something for everyone on the market.
Still, with so much choice, it can be harder to narrow it done. Get tasty vegetarian food for less by browsing the cheapest vegetarian fast food meals out there.
To find out which restaurants these are, money.co.uk compared the menus of popular fast-food chains in the UK to reveal who has the cheapest vegetarian meal on average. We’ve removed those brands that don’t have locations in Scotland.
Whether you’re a long-term vegetarian or are thinking about trying something new this week, here’s where you can get the cheapest meat-free meals on a budget.
5. KFC
KFC, known for its buckets of chicken from across the pong, has also branched out into veggie meals, costing an average of £7.53 for a meal, broken down into a main for £5.54 accompanied by a £1.99 side. Photo: jason chadwick
6. Burger King
Burger King also makes it onto the list, charging an average of £8.73 for a veggie meal, at £6.04 for a main and £2.69 for a side. Photo: Burger King
7. Five Guys
Five Guys is a US-style fast food burger joint serving quality Scottish beef. For vegetarians, customers can take away a meal for £8.95, combined with £4.00 for a main and the unusually higher price of £4.95 for the average side. Photo: Five Guys
8. Tortilla
Tortilla is a California-style Mexican joint offering tasty burritos, tacos, quesadillas, nachos and more prepared fresh in front of you. Mexican food is often popular for veggie alternatives, which can be bought from Tortilla for £9 per meal, with £6.51 going towards your main and £24.9 towards a side on average. Photo: Tortilla