The best vegan recipes that celebrate the 4th of July. Enjoy a yummy vegan BBQ with your friends and family.

These delicious plant-based Independence Day recipes are sure to satisfy meat-eaters at your next gathering and feature lots of patriotic picnic favorites!

From hearty grillable plant-based burgers and vegan carrot hot dogs to red, white, and blue fruit salads and classic vegan 4th of July dairy-free desserts, these amazing dishes are perfect for cookouts and guaranteed to satisfy everyone.

You don’t have to worry about overthinking your menu or looking for obscure ingredients. All of these recipes are simple, oil-free, and super easy to whip up. And, no one will ever guess they’re actually enjoying whole food, plant-based dishes.

Hang up the decorations, fire up the grill, and get ready to throw a summer party no one will soon forget. It’s time to give everyone a taste of the fourth of July vegan-style.

Appetizers

No party is complete without chips and dip. This collection of creamy concoctions is perfect for your summertime hang out with friends and family. Trust me, no one will ever miss the cheese.

Healthy Homemade Tortilla Chips

Healthy homemade tortilla chips baked to crunchy perfection. Just 1 ingredient and 15 minutes required, these chips are both gluten-free and oil-free. MAKE THE RECIPE: Healthy Homemade Tortilla Chips

Fat-Free Microwave Potato Chips

Delicious, fat-free potato chips made in the microwave. A super easy, delicious, and crunchy snack that satisfies those junk food cravings without any guilt.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Fat-free Potato Chips

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!

MAKE THE RECIPE: The Best Vegan French Onion Dip

Fresh Homemade Salsa

This salsa by Jacklyn at Cooking Classy really is the Best Homemade Salsa Recipe! Serve it with tortilla chips at your backyard gathering because it’s the best party food around and a must-have snack!

MAKE THE RECIPE: Easy Homemade Salsa

Drinks

These refreshing beverages are just what the doctor ordered for your Independence Day cookout. They’re much healthier than soda, delicious, and super rehydrating.

Orange Mint Lemonade

In the scorching Summer heat, this Orange Mint Lemonade is the perfect remedy. Made with real, fresh Summer fruits, simply replace the sugar with maple syrup to make it WFPB compliant. SO GOOD!

MAKE THE RECIPE: Orange Mint Lemonade

Lemond Cucumber Water

Lemon Cucumber Water is delicious, refreshing, loaded with health benefits, and so easy to make. You only need 1 cucumber, 2 lemons, and 5 minutes to throw it together. It's also great for weight loss and detox.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Lemon Cucumber Water

Perfect Side Dish Recipes

Personally, side dishes are my favorite part of any meal and my plate is usually filled with them. You’ll have no problem satisfying your guests with these healthy plant-based versions of all the classics.

Vegan Italian Pasta Salad

This easy Vegan Italian-style Pasta Salad combines curly pasta, crunchy vegetables, and fresh herbs. Then it is tossed in a zesty oil-free Italian-inspired dressing. Great make-ahead dish for lunches, picnics, potlucks, etc.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Vegan Italian Pasta Salad

Classic 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!

MAKE THE RECIPE: Classic Vegan Potato Salad

The Best Vegan Baked Beans

This classic dish is the perfect addition to your summer cookout. These vegan baked beans are sweet, tangy, smoky, and absolutely delicious.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Vegan Baked Beans

Veggie Burgers, Sandwiches, & More For The Grill

You don’t have to settle for just a tray of veggies on the 4th. You can fire up your grill and “WOW” your guests with these meat-eater approved sandwiches, burgers, and grillable grub.

Pulled Jackfruit BBQ Sandwiches

The BEST Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwich made with canned jackfruit! Serve it on a toasted baguette topped with creamy vegan coleslaw for an unbelievable meal. This pulled jackfruit recipe is so close to the real thing that it's scary. Smoky, sweet, tender, and absolutely delicious!

MAKE THE RECIPE: Pulled Jackfruit BBQ Sandwiches

Tofu Burgers

Tofu burgers are so easy to make and simply fabulous. Soaked in a delicious marinade then baked or grilled to perfection, these may just become your favorite burger. Top with my vegan thousand island dressing, homemade BBQ sauce, or vegan coleslaw for an amazing sandwich!

MAKE THE RECIPE: Tofu Burgers

BBQ 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 or simply dress it with a little lettuce and red onion. Oil-free, gluten-free, and vegan.

MAKE THE RECIPE: BBQ Sweet Potato Chickpea Burgers

Grilled Stuffed Avocado

Grilled avocado is stuffed with a fresh mixture of cucumber, tomato and crispy grilled chickpeas (affiliate link)! A drizzle of tahini makes this a delicious, healthy and easy, vegan dinner! These are sure to be a hit at any gathering. (NOTE: This recipe uses spray oil for the chickpeas (affiliate link) but you can eliminate it very easily.)

MAKE THE RECIPE: Grilled Stuffed Avocado

Grilled Corn On The Cob

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 and a sprinkle of smoked paprika for amazing flavor.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Grilled Corn on the Cob

Carrot Dogs

Vegan Carrot Dogs are the perfect plant-based alternative to regular hot dogs for your 4th of July cookout! Top with these easy pickled veggies for an absolute flavor explosiion. Low-fat, easy, great for the grill, and delicious!

MAKE THE RECIPE: Vegan Carrot Hot Dogs

Dessert

It’s not a party without dessert and I’ve got you covered with this collection of delicious dairy-free treats. They’re all simple, delicious, and more importantly, kid-approved!

July 4th Fruit Kabobs

Celebrate the 4th of July with these festive Red, White, and Blue Fruit kabobs made with bananas, strawberries, blueberries, and pineapple juice. They're easy to make and are a healthy appetizer. Plus, kids love to help put them together!

MAKE THE RECIPE: July 4th Fruit Kabobs

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

This Easy Vegan No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie is rich, dark, creamy, smooth, and absolutely delicious. Nestled in a delicious date nut crust, it requires only 8 simple ingredients and no baking.

MAKE THE RECIPE: No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are so easy to make and require just 3 ingredients. Kid-friendly, healthy, and the perfect dessert or snack. Vegan and gluten-free.

MAKE THE RECIPE: No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars Made with Oats

Vegan Berry Coconut Parfait

The perfect summer dessert recipe, these Vegan Berry Coconut Parfaits also make a fabulous addition to your 4th of July festivities! They're completely raw and super portable for your next summer party.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Vegan Berry Coconut Parfait

Vegan Carrot Cake

The absolute best vegan carrot cake recipe! Perfectly spiced and so easy to make, this cake is moist, dense, and topped with an amazing vegan cream cheese frosting made from cashews.

MAKE THE RECIPE: Vegan Carrot Cake

Vegan 4th Of July Recipes

I hope you enjoy these recipes and they add to your enjoyment of this summer holiday. Here’s to a safe, happy, and healthy July 4th!