Summer cookouts are the perfect opportunity to enjoy the sunshine with friends and family while indulging in delicious food. If you’re a plant-based eater, it can sometimes be challenging to find recipes that will satisfy both your cravings and those of your non-vegan guests.
But fear not! With these easy and flavorful plant-based recipes, you’ll have everyone at the grill begging for seconds.
1. Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers
Portobello mushrooms are a great substitute for meaty burgers. This recipe is simple to make, and you can customize it by adding your preferred toppings.
Ingredients:
– 4 portobello mushrooms
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– 1 tsp onion powder
– 1 tsp smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 burger buns
– Toppings of your choice
Directions:
1. Heat up the grill to medium-high heat.
2. Remove the stems from the portobello mushrooms and brush them with oil.
3. Season the mushrooms with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
4. Grill the mushrooms for 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until they are tender and juicy.
5. Toast the burger buns on the grill and add the grilled portobellos with your favorite toppings.
2. Grilled Veggie Skewers
Grilled veggie skewers are easy to prepare, delicious, and always a hit at summer cookouts.
Ingredients:
– 2 zucchinis, sliced
– 2 yellow squashes, sliced
– 1 red onion, sliced
– 1 red bell pepper, sliced
– 1 green bell pepper, sliced
– 1/4 cup olive oil
– 1 tsp garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
2. In a bowl, mix the sliced veggies, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Thread the veggies onto the skewers.
4. Grill the skewers over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes, or until the veggies are tender and slightly charred.
3. Watermelon and Feta Salad
This refreshing and savory watermelon and feta salad is a perfect side dish for your summer cookout.
Ingredients:
– 4 cups cubed watermelon
– 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped mint leaves
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. In a bowl, toss watermelon cubes, feta cheese, mint leaves, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
2. Serve chilled.
4. Strawberry and Avocado Salsa
This sweet and fruity salsa is perfect for dipping tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled veggies or tofu.
Ingredients:
– 2 cups diced strawberries
– 1 avocado, diced
– 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
– 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
– 1 lime, juiced
– Salt to taste
Directions:
1. Mix strawberries, avocado, jalapeño pepper, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.
2. Serve chilled.
5. Vegan Potato Salad
This vegan potato salad recipe is a healthier and cruelty-free version of a classic summer dish.
Ingredients:
– 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup stone ground mustard
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
– 1/4 cup chopped celery
– 1/4 cup chopped red onion
– 1/4 cup chopped pickles
– Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
1. Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are tender but not mushy.
2. In a bowl, mix vegan mayonnaise, stone-ground mustard, dill, celery, red onion, pickles, salt, and pepper.
3. Add the cooled potatoes to the dressing and mix gently.
4. Chill for at least hour before serving.
In conclusion, these five plant-based summer cookout recipes are sure to please your guests and satisfy your cravings. Plus, they’re healthy and cruelty-free, making them perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike. Happy grilling!
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