Morrisons supermarket has released its first vegan pepperoni pizza to be sold across stores in the UK

Morrisons has started selling vegan ‘no pepperoni’ pizza that tastes just like the “original” at its pizza counters  

The major supermarket chain, releasing the first vegan pepperoni pizza to be sold in UK supermarkets created the much-anticipated vegan option for anyone ‘looking to cut down on their red meat intake or those who fancy a meat-free night.’

The pizza is available for just £2.50 and is made with a vegan dough, topped with plant-based cheese. The vegan pepperoni alternative is made blending pea protein and spices, to mimic the meaty taste and texture of the original.

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Today @morrisons has revealed a brand new pizza – Vegan ‘No Pepperoni’. With a vegan dough base, plant-based cheese, and a vegan pepperoni alternative made from pea protein, the UK supermarket claim that it mimics the texture and taste of meat. And at £2.50, it’s a bit of a bargain too! #plantbasedmag

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“We have listened to the many customers who want more vegan options at our pizza counters and have worked hard to bring them their favourite toppings without compromising on flavour,” Leanne Cory, Morrisons’ Pizza Counter Buyer said in a statement.

“The new Vegan ‘No Pepperoni’ Pizza offers a convincing meat-free alternative and tastes just like the original – you really won’t believe it until you’ve tried it.”

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