A vegetarian BBQ is a lot of fun. and with so many meat-free options available there is no need for vegetarians, vegans and flexitarians to feel left behind.
If the prospect of a big cookout feels a bit daunting just follow these simple rules:
- Keep it simple: instead of mixing too many cuisines, stick to 1 or 2 where flavours complement each other.
- Prepare in advance: don’t leave it to the last minute. Make sure most of your vegetarian BBQ food can be prepared the day before.
- Get organised: put 1 or 2 people in charge of cooking on the barbecue and organise the rest of the food as a buffet.
- Nibble: have something for people to nibble on while they wait for the barbecue to work its magic.
- Keep it relaxed: choose food and dishes that are easy to eat with one hand or standing. Serve food on big sharing platters.
- Start early: make sure the barbecue gets fired up in advance so it has time to heat up. The timing depends on the type of barbecue you have.
Below, I have rounded up some of my favourite recipes to cook on the grill. In addition to kebabs, burgers and vegetables cooked on the barbecue, I like to have a selection of salads and dips plus one or two savoury quiches or pies.
Happy grilling!
65 Recipes To Throw The Perfect Vegetarian BBQ
- Artichoke and Tomato Panzanella [vegan] by Giada De Laurentiis
- Cherry Hazelnut Orzo Salad [vegetarian] by Kitchen Treaty
- Grilled Halloumi “Fattoush” Salad [vegetarian] by The Flexitarian
- The Ultimate Greek Salad by Food.com
- Arugula, Watermelon and Feta Salad [vegetarian] by Ines Garten
- Mung and French Bean Salad [vegan] by Yotam Ottolenghi
- Salade Niçoise [vegan] by The Flexitarian
- Roasted Vegetable Couscous Salad with Harissa-style Dressing [vegetarian] by Delia Smith
- The Best Pasta Salad [vegan] by Jamie Oliver
- Pasta Salad with Tomatoes, Zucchini, and Feta [vegetarian] by The Pioneer Woman
- Minty Summer Rice Salad [vegetarian] by BBC Good Food
- Mediterranean Couscous and Lentil Salad [vegetarian] by Epicurious
- Orzo Salad with Spicy Buttermilk Dressing [vegetarian] by Cooking Light
- Red Pepper Hummus with Smoked Paprika [vegan] by Rose Elliot
- Smoky Chipotle Cannellini Bean Dip [vegan] by The Flexitarian
- Baba Ganoush [vegan] by David Lebovitz
- Labneh [vegetarian] by Simple Provisions
- Spinach, Feta and Artichoke Dip [vegetarian] by Food 52
- Wholly Guacamole [vegan] by Food.com
- Hummus [vegan] by The Simple Veganista
- Asparagus, Sundried Tomato & Olive Loaf [vegetarian] by BBC Good Food
- Spanikopita [vegetarian] by All Recipes
- Mediterranean Quiche [vegetarian] by The Flexitarian
- Caramelised Onion Tartlets with Goats’ Cheese and Thyme [flexitarian] by Delia Smith
- Courgette, Feta and Almond Muffins [vegetarian] by Cook Vegetarian
- Mediterranean Tomato Tart [vegan] by The Flexitarian
- Killer Mexican Barbecued Corn on the Cob [flexitarian] by Jamie Oliver
- Grilled Aubergines with Feta, Mint and Chilli [vegetarian] by Nigella Lawson
- Grilled Portobello [vegan] by All Recipes
- Grilled Courgette & Squash Stacks with Mozzarella, Goat Cheese & Balsamic Drizzle [vegetarian} by Cooking for Keeps
- Stuffed Pepper on the Barbie [flexitarian] by Marie Cadogan
- Garlicky Grilled Kale Salad with Grilled Bread [flexitarian] by The Kitchn
- Grilled Artichokes with Roasted Garlic Olive Oil Dip [vegan] by Oh My Veggies
- Grilled Halloumi with Watermelon and Basil-Mint Oil [vegetarian] by Bon Appetit
- Spicy Grilled Mango with Chiles and Crema [vegetarian] by Cooking Light
- Portobello and Peach Burger [vegan] by Green Kitchen Stories
- The Ultimate Veggie Burger [vegetarian] by Jamie Oliver
- Chickpea & coriander burgers [vegan] by BBC Good Food
- Broad Bean Burger [vegan] by Yotam Ottolenghi
- Quinoa & White Bean Veggie Burger [vegan] by The Simple Veganista
- Open Faced Falafel Burger [vegan] by Cooking Light
- Griddled Glazed Vegetable Kebabs [vegetarian] by BBC Good Food
- Grilled Moroccan Vegetable Skewers [vegan] by Natasha’s Kitchen
- Halloumi Kebabs with Thyme & Lemon Baste [vegetarian] by BBC Good Food
- Toasty Feta Kebabs [vegetarian] by BBC Good Food
- Spiced Paneer Skewers with Green Chilli Sauce [vegetarian] by Olive Magazine
- Devilled Tofu Kebabs [vegetarian] by BBC Good Food
- Minted Tomato, Onion & Glazed Tofu Kebabs [vegan] by Eating Well
- Sesame-Ginger Tofu and Shiitake Kebabs [vegetarian] by Fine Cooking
- Paul Hollywood’s Focaccia [vegan]
- Three Flavour Focaccia [flexitarian] by Jamie Oliver
- Red onion, Gruyère & Rosemary Fougasse [flexitarian] by BBC Good Food
- Fougasse [vegan] by Saveur
- Garlic & Basil Ciabatta [vegetairan] by BBC Good Food
- Caramelised Pineapple with Hot Chocolate Sauce [vegetarian] by Nigella Lawson
- Grilled Fruit Salad with Lime [vegan] by Eat Well Spend Less
- Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon Sugar Butter [vegan] by Bobby Flay
- Grilled Pound Cake Strawberry Shortcake [vegetarian] by The Chic Table
- Grilled Banana Dessert Bar [vegetarian] by Home Cooking Memories
- Rhubarb Cordial [vegan] by Sarah Raven
- Raspberry Cordial [vegan] by BBC Good Food
- Rhubarb & Ginger Cordial with Mint & Raspberry Ice [vegan] by Raspberri Cupcakes
- Lemon Water with Fresh Mint by Eat Yourself Skinny
- Elderflower Cordial by River Cottage
- Strawberry Basil Aguas Frescas by Dash of East
For even more inspiration, don’t forget to visit my Vegetarian BBQ board on Pinterest.
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