McDonald’s Adds Vegan Burger to Menus in Finland and Sweden Permanently After Trial

Earlier this year, McDonald’s tested a vegan burger in Tampere, Finland, from October 4th through November 21st.The “McVegan,” a soy-based patty with all fixings, was developed by Anamma, a food company in Sweden. It ended up performing so well during the trial phase that McDonald’s decided to make it a permanent addition to the menu. On December 28, 2017, the “McVegan” will be included on menus nationwide in not only Finland but Sweden, as well.

“The test in Finland blew all the expectations out of the water” said Staffan Ekstam, Head of Food Strategy at McDonald’s in Sweden. 

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How to Make Your Own Fast Food Burger at Home

If you don’t lived in Sweden or Finland, you can still enjoy a plant-based fast food burger at home while you wait for McDonald’s to add the McVegan worldwide. Here are some of our favorite recipes from the Food Monster App.

Black Bean Burgers With Cilantro Lime Sauce

These Black Bean Burgers With Cilantro Lime Sauce by Dora Daily makes use of smashed black beans and a variety of other ingredients to add plenty of flavor. For a spicier burger, add onion, bell pepper, and a good amount of seasoning. This super simple cilantro lime sauce also acts as a great topper for a spicy burger.

Red Quinoa and Beet Burger

Ana @ the Awesome Green’s recipe for Red Quinoa and Beet Burger makes a crispy, succulent and smoky-flavored veggie burger. Combine this burger with a delicious avocado-tahini sauce and baked sweet potato fries for a complete meal.

Bean Burger With Herb Aioli

Everybody needs a reliable go-to burger recipe that tastes fantastic, just like this Bean Burger With Herb Aioli recipe by Kayli Dice. This meaty bean burger is paired with a refreshing and creamy herb aioli. Serve on toasted buns with leafy greens, sweet potato fries, and extra sauce on the side, for dipping.

You can also find more fast food recipes like these 15 Vegan Versions of Your Fast Food Favorites by downloading the Food Monster App, which is available for both Android and iPhone, and can also be found on Instagram and Facebook. The app has more than 10,000 plant-based, allergy-friendly recipes, and subscribers gain access to ten new recipes per day. Check it out!

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