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    20 + BEST Vegan BBQ Recipes

    Published on June 25, 2019. Last updated on August 15, 2022 by Gina Marie Leave a Comment

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    Delicious vegan BBQ recipes including baked beans, potato salad, vegan ribs, homemade BBQ sauce, and more! These recipes will satisfy vegan and "omnivore" barbecue lovers alike! 

    4 grid photo of vegan bbq meatballs, tempeh ribs, burger, and BBQ sauce

    This St. Louis gal knows and loves her BBQ! Going vegan just means I get to enjoy a healthier, cruelty-free version of an American classic and know so do you! I compiled this list of 20 + vegan BBQ recipes to bring to your next summer picnic!

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    Is BBQ vegan?
    What Should a Vegan Bring to a BBQ?
    Vegan BBQ Recipes
    Barbecue Side Dishes
    Vegan BBQ "Meats"
    Burgers and Veggie Dogs
    Bean Salads & Salsa
    Grilled Fruit, Vegetables, and Sauces
    Summer Drinks
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    Is BBQ vegan?

    Typically most of the foods people bring to a BBQ event aren't vegan at all -chicken, ribs, etc. Even the sides are made with animal products baked beans with bacon, potato salad with eggs, etc.

    But BBQ sauce in general typically is vegan (unless it's made with honey), so who's to say you can't use it on meatless cuisine? We are breaking traditions to show you just how mouthwatering meatless barbecue can be!

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    What Should a Vegan Bring to a BBQ?

    Here are some things you can bring to your next cookout:

    • vegan burgers
    • baked beans
    • potato salad
    • salsa
    • vegan ribs, etc.

    Below I've laid out various types of vegan barbecue recipes categorize in 5 categories:

    • Barbecue Side Dishes
    • Vegan BBQ "Meats"
    • Burgers & Veggie Dogs
    • Bean Salads & Salsas
    • Grilled Fruit, Vegetables, and Sauces
    • Summer Drinks
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    Vegan BBQ Recipes

    View the recipes below for yummy ideas. Be sure to share the ones you make and love!

    Barbecue Side Dishes

    Here we have all your favorite classic barbecue side recipes and a few ones with a twist. All of them are super filling! 

    1. Vegan Stove Top Baked Beans 

    baked beans in a Ninja Foodi with a ladle scoping up beans
    This recipe for Vegan Baked Beans is simple, healthy, and homemade using canned beans for ease and a few other ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.
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    2. Vegan Soul Food Potato Salad 

    a picture of potato salad with red paprika sprinkled on top on a white plate
    This Vegan Soul Food Potato Salad is a egg free version of a BBQ classic. Served warm, cold, or room temperature at your next Summer cookout!
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    3. BBQ Stuffed Sweet Potatoes 

    sweet potato cut open stuffed with lentils, mushrooms, jackfruit and BBQ sauce
    These BBQ Vegan Stuffed Sweet Potatoes are filled with oyster mushrooms, jackfruit, lentils, and topped with a homemade barbecue sauce!
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    4. Classic American Coleslaw

    vegan coleslaw in a bowl
    An All American favorite BBQ side dish from Strength and Sunshine blog! Perfect to bring to any summer bbq or cookout! Serve as a side dish or on a vegan BBQ sandwich.
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    5. Easy Macaroni Salad Recipe

    macaroni salad in a bowl
    This Easy Macaroni Salad Recipe from Know Your Produce blog is perfect for potlucks and parties. A classic cookout recipe made cruelty free!
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    6. Vegan Avocado Pasta Salad

    vegan avocado salad in a blue bowl place on top of a blue plate
    This vegan avocado pasta salad is from The Stingy Vegan blog. It is an affordable, healthy, and quick 15-minute recipe that can be made ahead and served at any Summer Cookout!
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    7. Vegan Broccoli Salad

    vegan broccoli salad in a white plate with wooden salad tossers
    This vegan broccoli salad from HummusSapien blog has grapes, onion, almonds, and cranberries. It can be made ahead and is the perfect Summer cookout dish! Not only is this salad vegan, but its gluten-free!
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    8. Vegan Southern Baked Beans

    baked beans in a dutch oven
    No where online will you find a recipe better than these vegan southern baked beans! These baked beans will be the most talked about dish at the barbecue!
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    9. Quick Vegan Coleslaw Recipe (Southern Style)

    vegan coleslaw in a bowl
    This all American Classic vegan coleslaw recipe, is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. It is super easy, creamy, and quick to make!
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    Vegan BBQ "Meats"

    You can still enjoy a "meaty" BBQ without the cruelty! Even your omnivore friends will love these meatless recipes!

    10. King Oyster Mushroom Vegan Ribs

    vegan bbq ribs stacked on top of each other
    Succulent, "fall apart" vegan ribs, made with meaty king oyster mushrooms and jackfruit. Impress your friends with this cruelty free recipe at the next BBQ cookout!
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    11. "Beefy" Vegan Lentil Loaf

    vegan meatloaf on a baking pan with green beans
    This is the BEST Vegan Lentil Loaf ever! Using both plant-based lentils and your favorite vegan ground beef crumbles, make this Vegan Lentil Loaf healthy but with a "beefy like" texture! 
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    12. BBQ Lentil Meatballs

    bbq lentil meatballs in a skillet with a spoon
    BBQ vegan lentil meatballs are a protein packed dish made with simple plant-based ingredients of lentils, rice and mushrooms! No mock meats!
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    13. Tempeh "Ribs" with Peach BBQ Sauce

    vegan tempeh ribs on a white plate next to vegan mac and cheese
    This Tempeh Rib recipe is from Vegan Travel Eats! Protein-packed tempeh covered in a sweet and sticky Peach BBQ Sauce is sure to be a hit at your barbecue event!
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    14. Vegan Steak

    vegan steak on a plate
    This vegan steak recipe is from Loving it Vegan blog! With this recipe, you won't need or miss animal flesh. It is tender and juicy without the cruelty. Plus it is super high in protein!
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    Burgers and Veggie Dogs

    You can't have a summer cookout without throwing some burgers and hotdogs on the grill. These vegan versions are not only tasty but much healthier than store-bought versions! 

    15. Grillable Vegan Burger

    vegan burger on a bun with toppings of lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, and melted vegan cheese
    This Vegan Burger from The Cheeky Chickpea blog is grillable, juicy, and full of flavor. Its the perfect vegan burger recipe that WILL NOT fall apart when cooked. With this cruelty-free burger, you will not miss the meat!
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    16. Vegan Eggplant Pulled Pork Burger

    vegan eggplant pulled pork burger topped with coleslaw on a bun
    Jackfruit isn't the only thing that makes a good plant-based pulled pork sandwich. This eggplant pulled pork burger from Rhian Recipes blog is just as satisfying!
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    17. Homemade Veggie Dog

    veggie hot dog on a bun with ketchup and onions with a side of potatoes
    These vegan hot dogs from Fat Free Vegan Kitchen have less sodium and fat than store-bought vegan hot dogs. Perfect for grilling!
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    18. Grilled Huli-Huli Vegan Burger

    vegan huli-huli vegan burger topped with grilled pineapple ring and onion on a bun
    This is the perfect vegan burger for outdoor BBQ events! An excellent vegan burger for outdoor summer BBQ's made by Where You Get Your Protein. The Huli-Huli sauce and grilled pineapple really top it off!
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    19. Grillable Black Bean Sunflower Seed Burger

    black bean burger topped with caramelized onions, bbq sauce, lettuce on a bun
    This plant-based burger from Vegan Richa is made with all healthy ingredients including sunflower seeds. It's grillable and perfect for a Vegan Barbecue!
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    20. Lentil Carrot Dog

    veggie dogs on a bun with mustard and ketchup
    These homemade carrots and lentil hot dogs from Veggie Desserts are super healthy yet it still has that hearty meaty texture!
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    Bean Salads & Salsa

    Salads and salsas are great to balance out all that "heavy" food you will be grubbing on. But make no mistake these salad and salsa recipes will still satisfy! 

    21. Cucumber Chickpea Tomato Salad

    pouring dressing over cucumber tomato salad
    This cucumber chickpea tomato salad is a big hit even if you don’t like salads. It’s a healthy and filling side dish taking only 10 minutes to prepare!
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    22. Vegan Corn Salad

    corn salad in a white bowl
    This easy vegan corn salad is the perfect summer dish! It only takes 20 minutes to put together and pairs well with vegan BBQ recipes.
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    23. Chipotle Corn Salsa Recipe

    corn salsa in a white bowl
    This Corn Salsa Recipe from Happy Kitchen is the perfect appetizer for all your Summer and BBQ gatherings.
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    24. Avocado Black Bean Corn Salsa

    avocado black bean corn salad in on a white plate with 2 slice limes
    This Avocado Black Bean Corn Salad from Vegan Huggs is easy, fast, quick, and fresh. The perfect recipe to bring to a cookout!
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    25. Herbed White Picnic Salad

    white bean salad on a white plate with a spoon
    This Herbed White Bean Picnic Salad from Soup Addict is perfect for cookouts and even makes great work lunches! Vegans and Omnivores alike will enjoy this filling recipe.
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    Grilled Fruit, Vegetables, and Sauces

    A good barbecue is all about the sauce! Keep it simple by throwing some veggies on the grill and topping it with these homemade sauces! 

    26. Vegan BBQ Sauce

    BBQ sauce in a pan with wooden ladle
    This Vegan BBQ Sauce has the perfect taste profile of sweet and tangy. It is super easy to make and is ready in less than 30 minute!
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    27. Grilled Butternut Squash with Chimichurri

    grilled butternut squash on a plate topped with chimichurri sauce
    Butternut Squash is not just for Fall. It can be grilled too! Top with Chimichurri Sauce, this recipe from It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken will wow your friends and family!
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    28. How to Grill Pineapples

    sliced grilled pineapples on plate with rum dip
    This guide for Grilled Pineapples from That Girl Cooks Healthy, is the perfect way to kick start your Summer!
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    29. Vegan Tacos with Grilled Veggies Chimichurri

    grilled veggie in soft taco shells with chimichurri sauce
    These vegan tacos from Whitney Bond are a unique way to serve grilled vegetables! They are full of flavor and super easy to make!
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    30. Smokey Rhubarb Barbecue Sauce

    rhubarb bbq sauce in white container with sliced rhubarbs and basting brush
    If you love Rhubarb, you will love this recipe! This easy vegan rhubarb BBQ sauce by Rhubarbarians, has a smokey flavor and goes well on vegan burgers and hot dogs!
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    Summer Drinks

    After all that good eating, I couldn't forget to leave you with something to keep you refreshed and hydrated! 

    31. Strawberry Lemonade with Lavender

    strawberry lemonade in 2 glasses with fresh strawberries and dried lavendar
    With all that good eating, this Strawberry Lemonade with Lavender from Champagne Tastes is the perfect Summer refreshing drink!
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