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20 Vegan BBQ Recipes That Pack a Flavour Punch

Last updated on June 30, 2019 by Allison Day

Summertime grilling often focuses on meat as the main event, but these BBQ recipes show that vegan meals can stand just as tall. Flavourful veggie burgers, grilled pizzas, substantial salads, skewers and so much more, these recipes will satisfy everyone at the table.

  • Grilled Chili Corn with Coconut Lime Cream
     
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    Grilled Chili Corn with Coconut Lime Cream

    <p>Mexican street corn gets a vegan makeover with this creamy, tart and sweet recipe for grilled cobs.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/bbq/blog/grilled-chili-corn-with-coconut-lime-cream/36022/" target="_blank"><strong>Grilled Chili Corn with Coconut Lime Cream</strong></a></p>
  • Tofu Peanut Satay and Cucumber Skewers
     
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    Tofu Peanut Satay and Cucumber Skewers

    <p>These tofu skewers (paired with cucumber ribbons and fresh mint) are just as delicious as they are eye-catching. The zesty peanut marinade adds tons of flavour, too. Consider them your new dinner party showstoppers!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-bbq-skewer-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Tofu Peanut Satay and Cucumber Skewers</a></strong></p>
  • Vegan Lentil Burgers
     
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    Vegan Lentil Burgers

    <p>BBQ season wouldn’t be the same without burgers. Consider adding a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/best-veggie-burger-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">veggie burger</a> to your summertime dinner rotation with this banging vegan patty that’s loaded with nutrition thanks to lentils, nuts and spinach.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-lentil-burgers/20343/" target="_blank"><strong>Vegan Lentil Burgers</strong></a></p>
  • Grilled Polenta Crackers with Roasted Pepper Salsa
     
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    Grilled Polenta Crackers with Roasted Pepper Salsa

    <p>Grab a tube of prepared polenta to use as a hearty vegan base to grill up and top with the season’s best vegetables.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-polenta-crackers-with-roasted-pepper-salsa/19385/" target="_blank"><strong>Rachael Ray’s Grilled Polenta Crackers with Roasted Pepper Salsa</strong></a></p>
  • Spicy Hoisin Glazed Eggplant
     
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    Spicy Hoisin Glazed Eggplant

    <p>Eggplants are a neutral base for just about any flavouring, and feel substantial enough to be the main event. These sticky, hoisin-slicked eggplants get a touch of char-grilled taste to cut the sweetness, and pair perfectly with a pot of sticky rice, scallions and bok choy for a <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/coconut-rice-bowl-with-ginger-and-tofu-slaw/20252/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">summertime grain bowl</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/spicy-hoisin-glazed-eggplant/16117/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Spicy Hoisin Glazed Eggplant</a></strong></p>
  • Cauliflower “Wing” Skewers with Sesame Seeds
     
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    Cauliflower “Wing” Skewers with Sesame Seeds

    <p>Did you think cauliflower wings were as good as it got? Not so. These cauliflower "wing" skewers are equally delicious, and way more fun to serve. They're dressed in a simple homemade BBQ sauce that beats the store-bought variety.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-bbq-skewer-recipes/">Cauliflower “Wing” Skewers with Sesame Seeds</a></strong>
  • The Vegan Big Mac
     
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    The Vegan Big Mac

    <p>Introducing the <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/bbq/photos/best-vegan-burger-recipes" rel="noopener" target="_blank">plant-based burger</a> that'll outshine every other main on the grill. The indulgent burger contains all the classic fixings: dairy-free cheese, vegan "big mac" sauce, Boston leaf lettuce and more, sandwiched between a fresh kaiser roll.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/blog/the-vegan-big-mac-35168/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">The Vegan Big Mac</a></strong></p>
  • Grilled Pizza Four Ways
     
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    Grilled Pizza Four Ways

    <p>Setting up a grilled pizza bar is an easy way to entertain guests of all dietary preferences, including vegans. Provide dairy-free pesto, vegan cheese, marinara sauce and grilled vegetables for topping, or come up with your own spread using your pizza go-tos.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-pizza-four-ways/18580/" target="_blank"><strong>Grilled Pizza Four Ways</strong></a></p>
  • Portobello “Pizza” Nicoise
     
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    Portobello “Pizza” Nicoise

    <p>Both vegan and gluten-free, this “meaty” grilled portobello mushroom pizza is a BBQ crowd-pleaser. Use vegan cheese or skip it altogether to ensure the dinner dish is <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/dairy-free-dinners" rel="noopener" target="_blank">dairy-free</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/portobello-pizza-nicoise/16200/" target="_blank"><strong>Bobby Flay's Portobello “Pizza” Nicoise</strong></a></p>
  • Grilled Ratatouille
     
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    Grilled Ratatouille

    <p>A rainbow-bright medley of vegetables, grilled to perfection. Garnish with your favourite herbs from the garden. It doesn't get much fresher or flavourful than this!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-ratatouille/15869/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Grilled Ratatouille</a></strong></p>
  • Barbecue Tempeh, Greens and Cauliflower “Couscous”
     
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    Barbecue Tempeh, Greens and Cauliflower “Couscous”

    <p>Keep your bowl dinners all summer long with this vegan BBQ version starring savoury tempeh, iron-rich greens and cauliflower “couscous” or your go-to cooked grain.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/barbecue-tempeh-greens-and-cauliflower-couscous/15794/" target="_blank"><strong>Barbecue Tempeh, Greens and Cauliflower “Couscous”</strong></a>.</p>
  • Candied Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprout Skewers with Red Onion
     
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    Candied Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprout Skewers with Red Onion

    <p>This palate-pleasing skewer recipe will delight everyone at the table. Brussels sprouts paired with red onion and fresh parsley, and caramelized with maple syrup, makes this inventive dish a BBQ staple.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-bbq-skewer-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Candied Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprout Skewers with Red Onion</a></strong>
  • Grilled Vegetable Platter
     
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    Grilled Vegetable Platter

    <p>A platter of grilled vegetables is a vegan feast everyone will want to get in on. Serve these up with an array of sauces, like pesto, marinara, BBQ sauce and hummus, along with textural toppings, like nuts, seeds and toasted coconut for a DIY appetizer or fun, vegetable-focused dinner.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/giadas-grilled-vegetables/16002/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Grilled Vegetables</strong></a></p>
  • Grilled Portobello Burger with Onion Jam
     
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    Grilled Portobello Burger with Onion Jam

    <p>Portobello mushrooms offer a vitamin-rich vegan burger patty that, like a beef burger, can be dressed up to your personal preference. Use vegan yogurt or vegan sour cream to make this recipe dairy-free.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-portobello-burger-with-onion-jam/18441/" target="_blank"><strong>Grilled Portobello Burger with Onion Jam</strong></a></p>
  • Coconut-Crusted Tempeh Skewers with Mango Salsa
     
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    Coconut-Crusted Tempeh Skewers with Mango Salsa

    <p>Not sure how to prepare that brick of tempeh? We suggest making this zesty and flavourful skewer recipe. Coated in coconut and coupled with a fresh mango salsa, the tempeh cubes (a great source of vegan protein!) will be gobbled up in a flash.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-bbq-skewer-recipes/">Coconut-Crusted Tempeh Skewers with Mango Salsa</a></strong></p>
  • Garlic and Herb Grilled Sweet Potato Fries
     
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    Garlic and Herb Grilled Sweet Potato Fries

    <p><a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/superfood-spotlight-best-sweet-potato-recipes" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Sweet potatoes</a> get a welcome smoky hit from absolutely perfect grill marks. Garlic and garden herbs make this vegan dish totally crushable.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/garlic-and-herb-grilled-sweet-potato-fries/15881/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay's Garlic and Herb Grilled Sweet Potato Fries</a></strong></p>
  • Miso Maple Tofu Steaks
     
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    Miso Maple Tofu Steaks

    <p>Asian- and Canadian-inspired ingredients saturate tofu steaks that were made for the BBQ. Grill eggplant and steam a pot of rice or quinoa to serve alongside these char-grilled splendours.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/miso-maple-tofu-steaks/14756/" target="_blank"><strong>Miso Maple Tofu Steaks<strong></a></p>
  • Black Bean Veggie Burger
     
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    Black Bean Veggie Burger

    <p>Whether you use canned black beans or cook your own, these veggie burgers will delight guests of every dietary preference. If you’re worried about them crumbling on the grill, bake or pan-fry the patties first to firm them up ahead of time, then give them a quick finish on a super-hot grill for those must-have grill marks.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/black-bean-veggie-burger/13643/" target="_blank"><strong>Anna Olson’s Black Bean Veggie Burger</strong></a></p>
  • Strawberry Bruschetta
     
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    Strawberry Bruschetta

    <p>Grilled bread is an unsurpassed base for just about any summery topping. In this recipe, it’s strawberries, for a sweet and simple starter, side or dessert (consider topping these with a piece of dark chocolate if going the dessert route!). Easily make this recipe plant-based by using coconut oil or vegan butter instead of regular butter.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-bruschetta/16268/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Strawberry Bruschetta</strong></a></p>
  • Pineapple, Banana, Strawberry Skewers with Salted Chocolate Drizzle
     
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    Pineapple, Banana, Strawberry Skewers with Salted Chocolate Drizzle

    <p>Tender fruits take kindly to being skewered and grilled, especially when topped off with salted chocolate drizzle (drool!). A fabulous vegan treat on its own or when paired with coconut ice cream for dessert.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/blog/vegan-bbq-skewer-recipes/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Pineapple, Banana, Strawberry Skewers with Salted Chocolate Drizzle</a></strong>
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