Is Veal vegan?

Veal

Not Vegan

Veal is the meat of young calves, typically male dairy breed calves slaughtered at a young age. It is an animal-derived product and is not suitable for vegan or vegetarian diets.

Also known as calf meat, veal meat
Last reviewed 3 June 2026

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