"You are amazing, this has saved me so much time when grocery shopping!"
— Austin, a user who reached out with feedback
"It's been a great tool since starting my journey! You take a pic of the nutrition/ingredients, and it'll warn you of anything questionable or not vegan. 😁"
— Ashe, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
"Use a vegan app when you go shopping, I use WhatsVegan."
— Dóra, a Vegan For Beginners Facebook Group member
So, what is calabaza?
Calabaza is a nutrient-dense and flavorful ingredient that is widely used in Latin American, Caribbean, and Mediterranean cuisines. Also known as West Indian pumpkin, this versatile squash has a sweet and slightly nutty flavor with a smooth texture that is perfect for soups, stews, curries, and pies. Rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber, calabaza is a great addition to a healthy diet. Its vibrant orange flesh and unique shape also make it an attractive and impressive ingredient to use in recipes. Whether roasted, pureed, or baked, calabaza adds a touch of warmth and comfort to any dish.
We've built a vegan ingredients scanner that classifies food ingredients as "vegan", "non-vegan", or "potentially vegan".
It allows you to avoid non-vegan ingredients - just take a picture of a product's ingredient list, and the app tells you if the product is vegan or not.