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    30+ Vegan Recipes For Grilling, Barbecue, & Picnics

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    Celebrate the summer with these vegan recipes perfect for grilling, BBQs, and picnics. Lots of great ideas for mains, sides, salads, and desserts!

    Summer is here and that means barbecues and picnics – lots of them! It also means it’s time to fire up the grill and enjoy the fresh, warm weather summer has to offer and some delicious food.

    We all love a good barbecue as much as the next person, but that doesn’t mean compromising your diet. These recipes are sure to make your next summer gathering a delicious plant-based adventure.

    To help you facilitate your menu I’ve put together this collection of amazing vegan summer recipes. From veggie burgers, vegan ribs, sauces, sides, and dairy-free desserts, there’s something here for all your guests.

    Whether it’s potlucks, vegan picnics, or backyard BBQs get ready to drool. And, no one will ever know they’re healthy.

    Table of Contents

    • Best Vegan BBQ Recipes For Summer
    • Snacks and Appetizers
    • Buffalo Cauliflower Wings
    • Easy Vegan Black Bean Meatballs
    • The Best Vegan French Onion Dip
    • Savory Side Dishes
    • The Best Vegan Potato Salad
    • Vegan Macaroni Pasta Salad
    • Classic Vegan Coleslaw
    • Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
    • Easy Vegetarian BBQ Baked Beans
    • Maple Roasted Carrots
    • Grilled Corn
    • Easy Vegan Kale Slaw
    • Brown Rice and Lentils
    • Summer Salads
    • Quinoa Black Bean Salad
    • Chipotle Chickpea Salad
    • Tomato Cucumber Salad
    • Veggie Burgers & Sandwiches
    • Easy Vegan Black Bean Burgers
    • Barbecue Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers
    • Vegan BBQ Tempeh Sandwiches
    • Sauces
    • Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce
    • Vegan Ranch Dressing
    • Mains and Grill Friendly Recipes
    • Vegan Ribs
    • Blackened Cauliflower Steaks
    • Carrot Hot Dogs
    • Marinated Tofu
    • Blackened Seasoned Tofu
    • Vegan Portabello Steaks
    • Stuffed Bell Peppers
    • Dairy-Free Desserts
    • Avocado Chocolate Mousse
    • Raw Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
    • Classic Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies
    • Vegan Coconut Whipped Cream
    • Vegan Blueberry Crisp
    • Related Recipes
    • 30+ Vegan Recipes For Grilling, Barbecue, & Picnics

    Best Vegan BBQ Recipes For Summer

    These recipes are full of flavor and perfect for warm-weather get-togethers with friends and family. Find ideas for vegans and non-vegans alike here.

    No grill? No problem! These vegan recipes work on the stove, in the oven, and can be made in the slow cooker, too! So, let’s do it!

    Snacks and Appetizers

    A good assortment of snacks and appetizers is a must at any summer gathering. They’re like an opening act before the main event. Yes, you could just serve up a tray of vegetables but if you want people to hang around I would suggest the recipes down below.

    Buffalo Cauliflower Wings

    The best Buffalo Cauliflower Wings recipe. Baked crunchy and tender cauliflower, tossed in buffalo sauce, and served with a cooling ranch dip. Vegan, healthy, and so easy to make! No one is going to miss the chicken with these babies on the table.

    BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER WINGS

    Easy Vegan Black Bean Meatballs

    Meatballs are mandatory for parties and these Easy Vegan Black Bean Meatballs are a delicious plant-based alternative to regular meatballs. They’re hearty, savory, and the perfect party appetizer.

    BLACK BEAN MEATBALLS

    The Best Vegan French Onion Dip

    French onion dip is a favorite food at parties, tailgates, and food events. This vegan French onion dip is a healthy, dairy-free alternative to the original and just as delicious!

    BEST VEGAN FRENCH ONION DIP

    Savory Side Dishes

    You can never have enough sides for outdoor summer cookouts. And, you can easily “veganize” all the classic favorites without sacrificing taste or health.

    The Best Vegan Potato Salad

    This classic vegan potato salad recipe is healthy and so easy to make! Made with creamy cashew mayo, it’s a must for any potluck or gathering. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and oil-free!

    VEGAN POTATO SALAD RECIPE

    Vegan Macaroni Pasta Salad

    The BEST Vegan Macaroni Salad is so easy to make and ready in less than 30 minutes. A classic side dish loaded with crunchy colorful veggies, covered in a rich and creamy dressing, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The best cold pasta salad for a summer barbecue, cookout, and any gathering with family and friends.

    VEGAN MACARONI PASTA SALAD RECIPE

    Classic Vegan Coleslaw

    This Easy Vegan Coleslaw is creamy, delicious, and so easy to make. Made in one bowl with 5 ingredients, it’s the perfect vegan slaw for BBQ dishes, picnics, and summer potlucks! Oil-free, gluten-free, and healthy.

    EASY VEGAN COLESLAW RECIPE

    Broccoli Cauliflower Salad

    Healthy broccoli cauliflower salad recipe that’s creamy and crunchy! Filled with red onion, apples, and carrots, and covered in a tangy-sweet cashew mayo dressing. Vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free!

    BROCCOLI CAULIFLOWER SALAD RECIPE

    Easy Vegetarian BBQ Baked Beans

    Vegetarian BBQ Baked Beans are smoky, sweet, and spicy. They are quick, healthy, and delicious! You can’t go wrong with this recipe.

    EASY VEGETARIAN BBQ BAKED BEANS RECIPE

    Maple Roasted Carrots

    These Maple Roasted Carrots are sweet, a little salty, and so easy to make. All you need are 7 simple ingredients to make a delicious side dish even kids will love! They’re also great for the grill.

    EASY MAPLE ROASTED CARROTS RECIPE

    Grilled Corn

    Grilled Corn On The Cob is a great summer side dish! It’s so easy to make and ready in 10 minutes. Slather it with my vegan Cashew Mayo, a sprinkle of smoked paprika, and a little squeeze of lime juice for amazing flavor.

    EASY GRILLED CORN ON THE COB RECIPE

    Easy Vegan Kale Slaw

    Delicious easy vegan kale slaw recipe made with carrots, red onion, and a creamy oil-free dressing. Healthy and full of flavor, it’s a great alternative to coleslaw. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free!

    CREAMY VEGAN KALE SLAW RECIPE

    Brown Rice and Lentils

    Brown rice and lentils is a delicious meal or easy side dish requiring only 5 ingredients and one pot. Healthy whole grains and legumes packed with protein and fiber and perfect for feeding a crowd.

    BROWN RICE & LENTILS RECIPE

    Summer Salads

    Salads can be a great option at BBQs and don’t have to be boring and bland. Check out these hearty and savory green machines. Don’t be surprised when there’s nothing left.

    Quinoa Black Bean Salad

    This Quinoa Black Bean Salad is super hearty. It’s perfect as a meal all by itself but goes nicely with the main course as well and is great for a large gathering. It’s vegan, gluten-free, loaded with protein, low-fat, and ready in 20 minutes!

    QUINOA BLACK BEAN SALAD RECIPE

    Chipotle Chickpea Salad

    This delicious vegan chickpea kale salad recipe is so easy to make, ready in 20 minutes, and guaranteed to “WOW” everyone. It’s made with spicy chipotle chickpeas, kale, and avocado, and topped with a creamy garlicky tahini dressing.

    CHIPOTLE CHICKPEA KALE SALAD RECIPE

    Tomato Cucumber Salad

    This simple Tomato Cucumber Salad recipe is bright, light, fresh, and delicious. It’s an easy summer salad made with English cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red onion, and covered in a sweet and tangy oil-free dressing.

    TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE

    Veggie Burgers & Sandwiches

    A good selection of hearty veggie burgers and sandwiches slathered in a healthy vegan mayo is a must. And, extra points if they can survive the grill.

    Easy Vegan Black Bean Burgers

    if you’re looking for flavor and something you can take off a grill and stick between a bun you’ve come to the right place.

    This wholesome combination of black beans and spices makes these vegetarian burgers super tasty and satisfying. And, they’re excellent for your oven or grill. Make them!

    EASIEST VEGAN BLACK BEAN BURGERS RECIPE

    Barbecue Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers

    Barbecue Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers are flavorful, healthy, and so easy to make! Great on a bun or eaten alone with avocado slices. Oil-free, gluten-free, and vegan.

    BARBECUE SWEET POTATO CHICKPEA BURGERS RECIPE

    Vegan BBQ Tempeh Sandwiches

    This Vegan BBQ Tempeh Sandwich is full of flavor and topped with creamy kale slaw. Healthy, meaty, so satisfying, and absolutely delicious! Guaranteed to please any meat-eater.

    VEGAN BBQ TEMPEH SANDWICH RECIPE

    Sauces

    Sauces make food come alive. Everything from veggie burgers to salads can be enhanced with the right sauce or dressing. And, even better, these recipes are not only delicious but also oil-free.

    Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce

    This Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce is delicious as it is simple. Sweet, tangy, vegan, and ready in 5 minutes. And, it’s made with super simple ingredients you probably have right now. 

    EASY HOMEMADE BBQ SAUCE RECIPE

    Vegan Ranch Dressing

    This is the easiest vegan ranch dressing recipe. It’s creamy, full of flavor, and completely oil-free! Perfect for salads, vegetables, sandwiches and my buffalo cauliflower wings.

    THE BEST VEGAN RANCH DRESSING

    Mains and Grill Friendly Recipes

    It’s not hard to find grill ready plant-based recipes. These wonderful dishes are meaty, satisfying, healthy, and super easy to throw together and take to the grill.

    Vegan Ribs

    Easy Vegan BBQ Seitan Ribs are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside. Slathered in a homemade barbecue sauce, these ribs are sticky, succulent, meaty, and guaranteed to satisfy your vegan BBQ desires. Oil-free!

    VEGAN SEITAN RIBS RECIPE

    Blackened Cauliflower Steaks

    Blackened Roasted Cauliflower Steaks are the perfect plant-based main or side dish. Requiring just 30 minutes and 3 ingredients, these steaks are easy to make, vegan, crisp-tender, satisfying, and full of intense flavor.

    BLACKENED CAULIFLOWER STEAKS RECIPE

    Carrot Hot Dogs

    Summer means the weird uncle serving up crusty hamburgers, and limp hot dogs, and always saying things like, “How’s my meat?” or “Put another dog on the barbie!” while ending every sentence with that creepy obnoxious laugh.

    Sorry, I can’t help with the family dynamics. But, you can make my amazing vegan carrot hot dogs and avoid the aforementioned food disaster that awaits.

    VEGAN CARROT HOT DOGS RECIPE

    Marinated Tofu

    This Marinated Tofu recipe is so easy and absolutely delicious! It’s high in protein, low in fat, and requires just 5 ingredients and 30 minutes. A simple recipe that’s sure to make you a tofu fan for life.

    GRILLED MARINATED TOFU RECIPE

    Blackened Seasoned Tofu

    These crispy Blackened Tofu steaks are marinated in soy sauce, coated in a spicy blackened seasoning, and then cooked to perfection. They’re hearty, delicious, and so easy to make!

    CRISPY BLACKENED TOFU STEAKS RECIPE

    Vegan Portabello Steaks

    Vegan Portobello Mushroom Steaks with Garlic Basil Aioli are so easy and the perfect main dish. Made with just 6 ingredients and ready in as little as 20 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is sure to be a favorite around the holiday table.

    VEGAN PORTOBELLO STEAKS RECIPE

    Stuffed Bell Peppers

    Delicious Vegan Stuffed Bell Peppers filled with smoky chipotle-flavored rice and black bean filling. Hearty, healthy, filling, and easy to make.

    VEGAN STUFFED BELL PEPPERS RECIPE

    Dairy-Free Desserts

    Last but not least, a few vegan desserts that are sure to blow everyone’s mind! People will have a hard time wrapping their heads around these rich, decadent plant-based desserts!

    Avocado Chocolate Mousse

    This Avocado Chocolate Pudding is so easy to make, requires only FIVE ingredients, and 5 minutes. It’s rich, creamy, and incredibly decadent. You’ll never taste the avocado and its kid approved!

    HEALTHY AVOCADO CHOCOLATE PUDDING RECIPE

    Raw Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

    This Easy Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie is rich, dark, creamy, smooth and absolutely delicious. Only 8 simple ingredients and no baking.

    EASY VEGAN NO-BAKE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER PIE RECIPE

    Classic Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies

    These Vegan Peanut Butter Cookies are so easy to make with just 1 bowl and 3 ingredients. They’re soft, crumbly, and melt in your mouth delicious. Ready in less than 15 minutes and sure to be a family favorite.

    VEGAN PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES RECIPE

    Vegan Coconut Whipped Cream

    This vegan whipped cream recipe is made with canned coconut milk and so easy to make. Perfect for topping all your non-dairy and vegan desserts, 1 bowl with 3 ingredients and 5 minutes is all you need.

    VEGAN COCONUT WHIPPED CREAM

    Vegan Blueberry Crisp

    The best Vegan Blueberry Crisp made with frozen blueberries and covered in a chewy, crunchy oat topping. Easy to make, gluten-free, and delicious.

    VEGAN BLUEBERRY CRISP RECIPE

    Here’s to a great summer and I hope you enjoy these amazing recipes. And, if you’re looking for a little something extra check out the recipes down below.

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    Enjoy these BBQ & Grilling Recipes and please leave a comment below with a star rating. And, be sure and share a picture on Instagram with the hashtag #shaneandsimple. I want to see your work. Enjoy!

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    Celebrate the summer with these vegan recipes perfect for grilling, BBQs, and picnics. Lots of great ideas for mains, sides, salads, and desserts!

    • Author: Shane Martin
    • Category: Vegan Main Dishes, Vegan Dessert Recipes, Appetizers and Snacks, Vegan Side Dishes
    • Method: BBQ, Grilling, Baking, Raw
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan

    Keywords: vegan bbq, grilling, vegan summer recipes, plant-based, potluck, vegan picnics, vegan memorial day, vegan labor day

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    1. Patricia

      June 14, 2022 at 3:55 pm

      My family and I loved the vegan blueberry crisp. We didn’t have blueberries but blackberries and my husband and my son almost ate it up. We also made it with apples and it tasted like a real apple pie. Will be making this again. Oh and we also love your vegan fudge recipe. Have given the recipe out so many times.

      ★★★★★

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      • Shane Martin

        June 15, 2022 at 12:33 am

        That is so great!!!

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