27 Easy Vegan BBQ Recipes

Summer is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to dust off the BBQ and start planning sunny dinners outside. Whether you’re hosting a garden party, heading to the beach, or just enjoying a quiet evening in the garden, you can’t beat cooking outdoors.

Whether you’re fully vegan or simply looking to reduce your meat consumption, there are plenty of satisfying and simple dishes that work beautifully on the grill or as part of a summer spread.

In this post, you’ll find 20 Vegan BBQ Recipes that cover mains, sides, salads, and sauces—ideal for everything from casual picnics to weekend gatherings.

These recipes use whole, accessible ingredients and aim to be both nutritious and enjoyable for a range of dietary needs. Whether you’re new to vegan cooking or a seasoned pro, there’s inspiration here to help you plan your next barbecue with ease.

For the grill

The main event at any BBQ doesn’t need to centre around meat. These vegan mains are hearty, flavourful, and perfect for the grill.

From smoky vegetable skewers and marinated tofu to homemade veggie burgers and grilled cauliflower, these dishes are designed to hold their own on any plate. They’re satisfying, protein-rich, and easy to customise based on what’s in season or what you have on hand.

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Spicy Black Bean Burger

These spicy black bean burgers are packed with protein, bold seasonings, and a smoky kick! Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a BBQ, they’re easy to make, customizable, and full of hearty texture. Whether you're vegetarian or just love a good veggie burger, this recipe will add some heat to your next meal!

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Smoky Spicy Tofu Burger

If you haven’t tried a smoked tofu burger, then this simple recipe will make you a convert!

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3

Cauliflower Steaks with Harissa Chickpeas

In this Cauliflower steaks with harissa chickpeas recipe, sections of cauliflower are paired with harissa chickpeas for a satisfying dinner.

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Butter Bean Harissa Burgers

The simplicity of these butter bean burgers is that they're simply beans and spices with a breadcrumb coating. So flavourful and ideal for a quick weeknight summer meal. The harissa adds some smoky spice, while the mango chutney adds a contrasting spicy sweetness that creates an explosion of tastes in your mouth when biting into these bad boys.

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5

BBQ Veggie Kebabs

A simple staple for veggies with a BBQ flavoured twist.

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Salads for a vegan BBQ

No BBQ is complete without a selection of fresh and flavour packed salads. They’re a great way to add colour, texture, and balance to your plate—especially when grilling heavier mains.

These vegan salad recipes are perfect for warm weather: light yet satisfying, easy to prepare ahead of time, and packed with seasonal ingredients. Whether you’re after something crisp and refreshing or hearty and protein-rich, these salads will complement any BBQ spread.

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Fattoush Salad

An amazing Lebanese salad with fresh radish, tomato and, of course, bread!

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Spicy Tempeh Salad

Tempeh is a delicious plant-based protein that is perfect flavoured with spices in a refreshing salad

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8

Beetroot and Apple Slaw

You can’t beat a great slaw. This vegan beetroot and apple slaw is a plant based alternative to your classic white cabbage coleslaw. It’s super healthy, nutritious and an ideal side for your summer BBQ or inside some crusty bread as a sandwich filler. I like this recipe because it’s a bit different to your standard salads you’d find at a BBQ. It’s also easy enough to tweak to your own tastes. Don’t fancy apricot? Leave it out or swap for some raisins. Don’t fancy spring onions? Leave them out or swap for some red onion. 

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9

Broccoli & Lentil Tabbouleh

A healthy, plant based tabbouleh with brocolli, pomegranate and spinach.

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Vegan Potato Salad

This fresh and easy potato salad will become a staple for your summer BBQs and dinner parties.

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Mexican-Inspired Corn Salad

A perfect side dish salad, inspired by my favourite Mexican flavours

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12

Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Salad

Eat the rainbow with this delicous quinoa salad, packed with flavour and nutrients

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13

Courgette Salad

Ribbons of courgettes, paired with peas and pecans make a refreshing summer side dish. The dressing is the perfect compliment to this salad with chillies, soy sauce and mint. 

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Avocado, Mango & Black Bean Salad

It’s hot outside, and this salad will hit the spot with juicy mangoes and creamy avocado!

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Roasted Chickpea, Garlic and Kale Salad

This fresh and healthy roasted chickpea, garlic and kale salad is packed with colourful vegetables, crispy roasted chickpeas, melt-in-the-mouth roasted garlic and a sweet and zesty maple lemon dressing. A great salad for lunch or as a side dish.

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Broccoli and Apple Salad

A crunchy, vibrant spring salad with broccoli, apples and walnuts

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Sides, Sauces and Extras

A good selection of dips and sauces can elevate any BBQ, adding layers of flavour and giving guests plenty of options. These vegan-friendly recipes include everything from creamy spreads and tangy dressings to crusty rolls and vegan cheese.

They’re quick to prepare, ideal for sharing, and perfect for drizzling, dipping, or spooning over grilled dishes and salads alike.

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Loaded sweet potatoes fries

Turn a simple sweet potato into a delicious protein packed meal. Topped with avocado, black beans, tomatoes, spring onions and herbs this dish makes a great starter or side when shared, or a quick and easy dinner. These loaded sweet potato fries are one of my favourite recipes to serve alongside one of my vegan burgers too!

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Loaded Bread Rolls

Fresh, homemade, low-waste bread rolls

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19

Ultimate Homemade Chips

Quit buying the frozen kind and try making your own.You won’t go back after trying these ultimate homemade chips, trust me.

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20

Easy Focaccia

Olive oil, sea salt, rosemary and flour combine for the most mouthwatering bread you’ll ever bake

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Refreshing drinks

Keep things cool and hydrating with a selection of refreshing summer drinks. These recipes are all vegan, easy to make, and perfect for outdoor gatherings.

Whether you’re after something fruity, fizzy, or infused with herbs, these drinks are a great way to stay refreshed and add a bit of extra flair to your BBQ spread—alcoholic and alcohol-free options included.

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Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

A zesty and sweet homemade strawberry lemonade recipe that will quench your thirst on a warm summer's day. Pair fresh zingy lemons with sweet succulent strawberries make the ultimate refreshing summers day non-alchoholic drink. Yum!

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22

Cranberry Champagne Sparkler

Elegant cranberry infused champagne cocktail

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Summer Puddings

Keep things cool and hydrating with a selection of refreshing summer drinks. These recipes are all vegan, easy to make, and perfect for outdoor gatherings.

Whether you’re after something fruity, fizzy, or infused with herbs, these drinks are a great way to stay refreshed and add a bit of extra flair to your BBQ spread—alcoholic and alcohol-free options included.

23

Rhubarb, Orange and Frangipane Galette

This rhubarb frangipane galette is a beautifully rustic plant based dessert.  With tart rhubarb, zesty orange, and a rich almond frangipane filling, all wrapped in a flaky pastry. It’s the perfect plant based pud to make the most of rhubarb season.

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24

Italian Lemon and Raspberry Olive Oil Cake

This lemon and raspberry olive oil cake is perfectly soft and filled with zesty lemon flavours and sweet raspberry notes. An Italian classic, it has become one of my go-tos when I want to whip up a fail safe cake to serve with a pot of tea. The great thing about this cake is that by using olive oil it actually slows down the process of going stale or 'starch retrogradation'. So you can enjoy this cake for several days after it's been baked! 

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25

Vegan Nutella Cheesecake

Decadent, delicious and indulgent cheesecake

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26

5 Minute Mango Sorbet

Refreshing, sharp and tropical enough to transport you to a beautiful hot country!

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27

Mango Mousse

Make this magnificent mango mousse immediately!

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