With longer, warmers days spending time in the kitchen over a hot stove is outta the question! We've gathered 20 of our favorite vegan summer dinner recipes to keep you cool and well fed.
Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a meal al fresco, these recipes will keep you cooking all summer long with seasonal favorites like zucchini, watermelon, and fresh garden tomatoes.
Cauliflower Tikka Masala Tacos
These Cauliflower Tikka Masala Tacos are vibrant, flavorful, and rich. Heat up your tortillas on the stove, add rice and cauliflower, and top everything off with fresh cilantro for a fun twist on taco night.
Sesame-ginger Cucumber Noodle Salad
Summer is perfect for this chilled noodle salad from Simple Veganista.
Ingredients: soba noodles, cucumber, cilantro, lime, scallions, garlic, ginger, sesame seeds, rice wine vinegar, pure maple syrup, toasted sesame oil, tamari, red pepper flakes.
Spicy Tempeh Tacos with Lime Cashew Crema
These Spicy Tempeh Tacos are topped with sweet mango and dairy-free lime cashew crema. Add some jalapeño relish for extra zip!
Edamame Sushi Bowl
The edamame sushi bowl is the next best thing to takeout from your favorite Japanese spot. All the things you love about vegetarian sushi with none of the fuss! That's right, no rolling folks. Easy enough for a weekday lunch.
Beet, Black Bean & Quinoa Vegan Burgers
These vegan burgers are gluten-free (be sure to use gluten-free oats), soy-free and nut-free, making them perfect for a crowd with diverse food allergies.
Grilled Pineapple & Tofu Kebabs
Time to fire up the grill for these sweet and savory kebabs from Simply Quinoa.
Ingredients: extra firm tofu, pineapple, bell pepper, mushrooms, red onion, vegan BBQ sauce.
Vegan Watermelon Poké Bowl
Discover the refreshing twist on a Hawaiian classic with this Vegan Watermelon Poke Bowl recipe. This vibrant dish features marinated watermelon cubes as a delicious substitute for traditional fish, offering a burst of sweet and savory flavors.
Rustic Heirloom Tomato Tart
This Rustic Heirloom Tomato Tart celebrates the end of summer in a delicious way. It’s sweet, savory, and fresh, making for a crowd-pleasing appetizer or a Friday night movie snack.
Balsamic Grilled Carrot Dogs
These balsamic grilled carrot dogs are a major hit with vegans and omnivores alike. Dress them up exactly to your liking and watch them disappear from your barbecue spread in minutes!
Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burger with Basil Aioli
Adapted from http://www.barbecuebible.com
Vegan Thai Chickpea Pizza
This Vegan Thai Chickpea Pizza combines my two favorite cuisines for a flavor-packed weeknight dinner. Tender roasted chickpeas, creamy peanut sauce, and fresh chopped veggies offer a unique twist on traditional pizza.
Al Pastor Tempeh with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
These baked al pastor tempeh bits are bursting with authentic Mexican flavor. Enjoy them over a bed of cilantro lime cauliflower rice or wrapped in tortillas and topped with fresh pineapple.
Hawaiian BBQ Tempeh Kabobs
These Hawaiian BBQ Tempeh Kabobs are the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and savory. Swap out the peppers for your favorite veggies and make these a meal the whole family will love!
Coconut Curry Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps
These Coconut Curry Cauliflower Lettuce Wraps are perfect for hot summer nights when you’re craving curry but don’t want to fill up on rice. Topped with non-dairy yogurt, cilantro, and Dang Coconut Chips, these lettuce wraps are bursting with fun flavor and texture.
Grilled Mango and Avocado Flatbread
Tender, grilled chunks of mango pair so perfectly with creamy avocado, tomato, cucumber, cashew cheese and fresh herbs. The best part about this flatbread - you don't have to turn on your oven in the summer heat!
Spicy Mango Spring Rolls with Peanut Ginger Sauce
These Spicy Mango Spring Rolls with Peanut Ginger Sauce make a fantastic appetizer for a group of four, or a light lunch or dinner for two.
Easy Vegan Pasta Primavera
You can adapt this Easy Vegan Pasta Primavera recipe to whatever pasta and veggies you already have at home, making it a great clean-out-the-fridge meal!
Garlicky Vegan Zucchini Fritters
Topped with vegan sour cream and fresh green onion, these Garlicky Vegan Zucchini Fritters make a fantastic summer appetizer or light lunch.
Banh Mi Bowl with Lemongrass Tofu
This Banh Mi Bowl with Lemongrass Tofu is light and refreshing, yet holds its own as a meal. We love serving the toppings in little bowls to allow our dinner guests to create their own adventure.
Vegan Lobster Roll
There's nothing more summery than a lobster roll, made even better with this vegan version from Connoisseurus Veg.
Ingredients: chickpeas, hearts of palm, celery, mayo, lemon juice, chives, dill, Old Bay, paprika.
Mediterranean Grilled Tofu
These easy-to-make tofu kebabs from a Crowded Kitchen will be a hit at your next summer BBQ.
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