Everything Bagel But Hold the Bagel: Try These 7 Vegan Foods If You’re an Everything Fan

If a food is universally enjoyed, there’s bound to be some heated discussion surrounding it. Pizza, for example, is a highly contested item, as are bagels. Most agree pizza and bagels are delicious, but when it comes to the thickness of their pizza crust or the toasting of their bagels, things get contentious. Along with the opinionated differences surrounding bagels (do New Yorkers really make the best bagels? Does cinnamon sugar belong in a bagel shop?), there is some divide as to who “invented” the addictive flavor combination of garlic, onion, and seeds (aka everything seasoning). 

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Regardless of who truly popularized this seasoning blend, it took off, and people are putting it in everything from cream cheese to ice cream. Has our love for everything gone too far, or is it the next nutritional yeast?

If you can’t get enough of this crunchy, oniony concoction, here are seven vegan foods bursting with everything essence. 

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What is everything bagel seasoning?

Considering all the possible mix-ins and coatings of bagels these days, the everything seasoning blend is a far cry from including everything.

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The mix is very garlic- and onion-forward with a subtle hint of nutty sesame flavor and a bit of crunch thanks to the inclusion of poppy seeds. The classic blend can easily be made at home and consists of equal parts poppy seeds, dried minced garlic, and dried minced onion flakes; three parts sesame seeds (preferably a mix of black and white seeds); and one part flaky sea salt. Here’s a recipe by Love and Lemons that’s very straightforward. 

Storebought or homemade everything seasoning on hand, you can enhance any type of savory food (yes, you can even put it on dessert, but sprinkle at your own risk). Try it over baked potatoes, roasted or steamed vegetables, buttered pasta, popcorn, avocado toast, salad dressing, potato salad, corn on the cob, hummus, guacamole, veggie burgers—if you’re an everything-lover, you’ll find a way. 

7 vegan foods with everything seasoning

If you’re an everything bagel aficionado, try these seven plant-based foods with the “everything” touch. 

Trader Joe’s

1 Everything seasoning

Trader Joe’s popularized the novel concept of bottling everything bagel seasoning, but this grocer isn’t the only brand to do it. Today, most spice companies have their own version of TJ’s Everything But the Bagel seasoning, and it can be used on, well, just about everything. From tofu to toast to roasted veggies, this brilliant spice blend gives you the gift of everything flavor in just a few quick shakes.

Kite Hill

2 Kite Hill Everything cream cheese

True everything fans don’t stop at bagels—they want their cream cheese infused with poppy seeds, garlic, and onion, too. For some individuals, there is no such thing as too much “everything.” Beyond seasoned bagels, this schmear is excellent on toast, tomato slices, and crackers. It takes tiny cucumber sandwiches to a whole new level. 
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Crisp Power

3Crisp Power Everything Protein Pretzels

A lot is going on in these baked chips—and it’s not just the everything seasoning. These protein-packed crisps are high in protein and fiber. Each bag packs an impressive 28 grams of protein and 10 grams of fiber. Beyond basic snacking, these crisps make for excellent crostinis. Spread with a soft vegan cheese and top with a slice of cucumber for a quick party app that tastes like professionally made hors d’oeuvres. 
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Dave’s Killer Bread

4Dave’s Killer Epic Everything Snack Bites

One can only eat so many bagels. They’re great and all, but nutritionally speaking they don’t provide much of a lift. If you’ve hit your bagel quota but still crave that everything taste, reach for these satiating snack bites from Dave’s Killer Bread. Made from a base of dry roasted almonds, cashews, oats, and pumpkin seeds, this better-for-you snack doesn’t disappoint.
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Rhythm

5 Rhythm Everything Bagel Broccoli Bites

Even the vegetable-averse will be addicted to these crunchy, garlic-and-onion broccoli bites. Each stalk is crisped to perfection and coated with a bit of sunflower oil (for adhesive purposes) and a generous dose of everything seasoning. Sure, this snack may not be quite as healthy as plain steamed broccoli, but with four grams of protein and five grams of fiber, it’s a step in the right direction.
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Biena

6Biena Lil’ Bit of Everything Chickpea Snacks

The almighty chickpea is a regular in our dinner rotation, but Biena proves this legume is also a snack time staple. Nutrient dense chickpeas are roasted before they’re dusted with the brand’s Lil’ Bit of Everything Seasoning. Enjoy these crispy bites straight out of the bag, or use them in place of croutons in a big salad.
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From the Ground Up

7From the Ground Up Everything Cauliflower Veggie Crackers

Reach for these everything crackers the next time you host a summer gathering—they make for a perfect addition to any grazing platter. Made from cauliflower and other wholesome ingredients including potato, cassava, and rice, these everything crackers are made for dipping, dunking, and general munching. Do like we do, and pair them with Kite Hill’s everything cream cheese for the ultimate snack combo.
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