You’ve converted to a plant based diet, and now another holiday is fast approaching. And a cookout nonetheless. Holidays centered around food can be a stressful time for vegans, but I’m here to help! I’ve included my favorite recipes for a vegan 4th of July BBQ that everyone will enjoy!
Appetizers & Snacks
Mixed Nuts
Having a bowl of mixed nuts is a healthy, easy snack. For some sweetness, try adding dried fruit.
Hummus
Homemade or store bought, this is another healthy snack that most everyone enjoys. Serve with a variety of fresh vegetables, crackers, or tortilla chips.
Cauliflower “Wings”
Firecracker Chickpea “meat” balls
Deviled Potatoes
Burgers & Sauces
Black Bean Burger
Chickpea Burger
Portobello Mushroom Burger
Impossible Burger
Burger Sauce
Vegan Condiments
BBQ Sauce
If you would rather not make your own burgers or vegan meat, I recommend trying Beyond Meat products. Their burgers and sausages are delicious!
Plant Based Hotdogs, Ribs, & BBQ
Seitan Sausage Hotdog
Carrot Hotdogs
Portobello Hotdogs
Vegan Ribs & Brisket
Pulled “pork” BBQ
Grilled “chicken”
Tempeh BBQ
Sides
French Fry Board
These are all the craze right now! Substitute with your favorite vegan dipping sauces, and this display will be something people won’t forget!
Vegetable Kabobs
Corn on the Cob
Potato Salad
Coleslaw
Baked Beans
Green Beans with “bacon” bits
Made from TVP, these vegan “bacon” bits taste so much like actual bacon, it’s uncanny and oh so delicious!
Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) is a dehydrated meat substitute made from soy flour. It is high in fiber and protein and contains no fat or cholesterol.
One-half cup of TVP “bacon” bits contains less than 150 calories and no cholesterol. That same amount of actual bacon pieces would be about 220 calories, 16 grams of fat (or over 20% of daily value), and 44 mg of cholesterol (about 15% of daily value).
Cucumber Salad
Pasta Salad
Drinks
Lemonade
Red, White, and Blue Cocktail
Use barnivore.com to ensure alcohol of choice is vegan.
Desserts
Red, White, & Blue Cookie Cups
Flag Cake
Apple Pie
Blueberry Pie
Cherry Pie
Vanilla Ice Cream
Grilled Watermelon
Berry Cobbler
Strawberry Shortcake
S’Mores Bars
You won’t be able to stop eating these delicious treats!
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Pre-Made Vegan:
What are some vegan dishes you’re planning on making for the 4th? Trust me, it’s easier than you think! 🤗
For more recipes and 4th of July ideas, check out my Pinterest page. Comment below with your questions and comments, and I hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July! ❤️♡💙
Amazing recipes and look like the real thing-whatever that is!! It’s wonderful how you can eat so many tasty recipes and make them your own. I did make the cucumber salad and it was delicious. The cookies look so much like tarts I had to look close!! Having a treat on occasion makes you appreciate it so much more!! Your food, festive towels and decor, dishes all loom so pretty! Thanks for sharing! God Bless!
A vegan diet certainly isn’t what it used to be! There are lots of options and delicious recipes. Cucumber salads are my favorite summer food! Thanks for the compliments! 🥰