Want to be vegetarian but I am allergic to peanuts and nuts?

Question

I want to become a vegetarian and now that I am capable of cooking for myself it can be done. However I am allergic to peanuts and nuts. Since a peanut is a legume I have to stay away from other legumes as well. So what can I eat? What are examples of meals and snacks?

Answer 1

If you want to be vegan, you'll probably need certain amino acid supplements.  As to exactly what, I'm not sure.  You might want to ask a nutritionist or doctor.

Seriously, you wouldn't want to end up with an amino acid imbalance, so get a professional opinion on such a big decision.

Answer 2

We do just fine! My seven year old is deathly allergic to peanuts and cashews ( basically, all nuts thanks to cross-contamination issues). so they've been banned from our house totally.  We really don't even miss it, but have you tried Sunbutter? It's a direct peanut butter replacement for peanut/nut allergic people made out of sunflower seeds. We order 4 lb. jars of it online. It tastes amazing ( like peanut butter, but a little sweeter) and it's great for busy days.

That said, there are all kinds of other great foods vegetarians thrive on :).

Answer 3

eat lots of beans and tofu instead of nuts

Answer 4

This is going to be tricky, particularly as it includes soy (you said "all legumes") but you can make it work.

Stay away from pre-packaged vegetarian food- most faux meats, including veggie dogs and burgers, tofu, veggie jerky, as almost all the time they contain soy.

Focus on fresh fruits, veggies and grains- that'll give you the foundation for a really healthy diet.

Wrap salad greens in a tortilla and add some dressing- you've got a light lunch or a snack.

Grapes and dried fruit are good when you're short on time.

Pasta is best for dinners; you can dress it up with various types of sauce.

Answer 5

You'll be fine.   Just stay away from the nuts.  There are loads of other grains, veggies and fruits you could have.  Plus there is the imitation meat and dairy you can choose from.