Hi Friends! We’ve gathered 30 of our favorite plant-based recipes for you to take along to all your summer BBQs, parties, and on picnics this season! Happy cooking!
An abundant kale salad with roasted sweet potato, zucchini, avocado, sprouts, crispy chickpeas, and kimchi! Topped with a savory tahini dressing, this salad makes the perfect 30-minute meal or side.
Smoky, hearty black bean burgers with sweet potato, mushrooms, quinoa, and pecans. Wholesome, satisfying, BIG on flavor, and just 10 ingredients required! The ultimate veggie burgers for the grill or stovetop.
An easy, incredibly fresh and delicious lunch or snack idea: Grain-free coconut wraps with hummus, curry paste, and tons of fresh vegetables. Just 8 ingredients and 5 minutes required.
30-minute, colorful roasted vegetable salad over greens with macadamia nut cheese and chimichurri-inspired dressing! A satisfying plant-based meal or side!
Curry Roasted Fennel Salad with Rosemary Tahini Dressing
Insanely delicious 30-minute salad with crispy, tender curry-roasted fennel. Topped with red bell pepper and a creamy tahini rosemary dressing. Add crispy chickpeas for an optional boost of protein, fiber, and crunch!
30-minute, 10-ingredient Greek- and Mediterranean-inspired bowl with vegetables, tabbouleh, vegan tzatziki, and crispy baked chickpeas! A healthy, satisfying entrée or snack.
Colorful, 30-minute veggie skewers grilled to perfection and served with a chimichurri-inspired sauce! The perfect plant-based side or main for summertime BBQs.
Spicy Vegan Jackfruit Tacos made in 1 pan in about 30 minutes! A DELICIOUS, easy-to-make filling that's perfect for tacos, taco salads, burritos, nachos, and more!
Easy-to-make, 8-ingredient, 30-minute vegan burritos wrapped in collard greens! Stuffed with wholesome ingredients like Raw Vegan Taco Meat, Vegan Mexican Cheese, Red Salsa, avocado, and more! The perfect quick and portable lunch or snack.
Healthy and delicious loaded kale salad with quinoa, roasted and fresh vegetables, avocado, and a creamy tahini dressing! Just 10 ingredients required.
A quick and easy Thai-inspired salad with fresh vegetables and mango! Drizzle on a simple peanut dressing for a delicious side, or add a protein of choice to make it an entrée.
9-ingredient savory eggplant dip with smoked paprika and spicy harissa paste. A subtly spiced dip loaded with flavor and nutrients. The perfect side dish or appetizer.
The heartiest, most delicious vegan nachos I’ve ever had. Salty, crunchy tortilla chips, fresh guacamole, black beans, and salsa all covered in a healthy layer of cashew-less vegan queso!
6-ingredient rhubarb strawberry margaritas with silver tequila, lime juice, and a homemade rhubarb-strawberry syrup. Tart-sweet, easy to make, and perfect for spring!
Creamy, caffeine-packed caramel frappuccino made with just 3 ingredients and naturally sweetened with date caramel. The perfect dairy-free morning pick-me-up.
Simple mango margaritas with orange, lime, agave, and silver tequila! Cold, sweet, tangy, and subtly spiced. Perfect for Mexican food and warm weather!
Creamy, luxurious, 5-ingredient Thai Iced Tea made with black tea, natural sweeteners, vanilla and coconut milk! The perfect beverage for Thai dishes and more.
Energy-packed date and walnut cake bites infused with vanilla and coconut. The result is an easy-to-make, tender snack bite that tastes like vanilla cake! Just 6 ingredients and 1 food processor required!
Thick and creamy vegan peanut butter pudding made with just 5 ingredients in 1 saucepan! Naturally sweetened, easy to make, and the perfect balance of salty and sweet! Enjoy plain, with chocolate ganache, or as a pie filling!
10-ingredient MEGA creamy vegan ice cream loaded with peanut butter chocolate chip cookie dough! So creamy and decadent you’d never believe it was dairy- and egg-free.
If you give any of these plant-based summer recipes a try, let us know! Leave a comment, or take a picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram. Happy summer, friends!
I’m just confused why so many of these recipes are telling me to roast things. The page is called “Easy *Summer* Recipe Ideas.” Am I the only one who’s trying to avoid turning my house into a sauna by turning on the oven and leaving it on for 90 minutes?
Hi! I gave the vegan mayo with aquafaba a go, and it came out delicious and thick. Instead of brown rice syrup, though, I used agave syrup, which may have been a tad too sweet for this recipe, so next time I will add only two thirds of what the recipe calls for. Thanks for the inspiration!
Clare says
Awesome! Thank you so much! Such a gorgeous collection of summer recipes xxx
xoxo!
Nela says
I’m just confused why so many of these recipes are telling me to roast things. The page is called “Easy *Summer* Recipe Ideas.” Am I the only one who’s trying to avoid turning my house into a sauna by turning on the oven and leaving it on for 90 minutes?
Hi Nela, you may prefer this updated guide: https://minimalistbaker.com/28-heat-free-no-bake-recipes-for-summer/. Hope that helps!
Michelle says
It looks yummy but seems like it’s not so easy to prepare
Ana says
They all look so delicious, unfortunately there are no links to recipes :(
Hi Ana, Sorry about that! Thanks for bringing this issue to our attention! It is now fixed.
Gosia says
Hi! I gave the vegan mayo with aquafaba a go, and it came out delicious and thick. Instead of brown rice syrup, though, I used agave syrup, which may have been a tad too sweet for this recipe, so next time I will add only two thirds of what the recipe calls for. Thanks for the inspiration!