For many families, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer. People all over the United States gather together over the long weekend for parties, picnics, and barbeques. This sizzling collection of recipes is the ultimate plant-based summer menu. Light up the grill!
1. Grilled Sriracha Cauliflower Steaks
Photo courtesy of Annessa, R.D.
Sriracha, lime, and a hot grill turn the humble cauliflower into a hearty, savory entrée. View full recipe.
2. Southwest Black Bean and Corn Mini Burgers
Photo courtesy of Spork Foods
These flavor-packed mini-burgers make a fun appetizer, or a great main dish when made full-size. View full recipe.
3. Grilled Mexican-Street-Corn-Stuffed Avocado Boats
Photo courtesy of Beard and Bonnet
Elote, or Mexican street-corn, is a Los Angeles food cart staple. Packed into an avocado, it takes West Coast flavor to a whole new level. View full recipe.
4. Vegan Potato Salad
Photo courtesy of One Ingredient Chef
Classic, creamy potato salad — hold the mayo. View full recipe.
5. Best Vegan Pasta Salad
Photo courtesy of Well and Full
This veggie-packed pasta salad is as delicious as it is pretty. View full recipe.
5. Brown Sugar Barbeque Baked Beans
Photo courtesy of The Veg Life
A barbeque would not be complete without these sweet, smoky, satisfying baked beans. View full recipe.
6. Fruit Pizza
Photo courtesy of Sweet Simple Vegan
For a whimsical, refreshing dessert, serve guests this fruit salad disguised as a pizza. View full recipe.
Attending a friend’s barbeque and not sure there will be plant-based options? Bring along one of these great meat-free meats for the grill!
