A handful of communities in B.C.'s Lower Mainland are part of national taste test for McDonald's new McVeggie sandwich.

The test will run from March 18 until April 14 in select restaurants in Langley, Richmond and Surrey, with the intention of gathering guest feedback. If the test is successful, it may launch in the future. 

The McVeggie features a breaded patty made with a blend of vegetables (carrots, green beans, zucchini, peas, soybeans, broccoli and corn) and seasoning, topped with lettuce and mayo-style sauce served on a toasted sesame bun.  

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Test restaurants will also be offering a Spicy Habanero McVeggie with the same patty and topped with creamy Habanero sauce.  

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The McVeggie will also be available at select restaurants in Ontario and New Brunswick, specifically Brampton, Windsor, Dieppe, Moncton, Riverview, and Sussex.