10 Vegan Summertime Recipes

By Chuck Underwood @brandnewvegan

Summer is HERE and is it ever bringing the HEAT! Get out of that hot kitchen with 10 of my favorite Vegan Summertime Recipes! Whether you're craving something from the grill or a nice cool salad - I got you covered!

When "I" started on my journey way back in 2008, I remember the only thing I could grill was a frozen hockey puck they called a veggie burger! But now? The variety of excellent whole-food, plant-based vegan recipes is ENDLESS!

So let's get that grill fired up and get cookin'!

Vegan Beer Brats

Get your Vegan Beer Brats! Hot off the grill. Completely fat-free these Vegan Beer Brats have amazing flavor and hold up very well on the grill. Perfect for summertime BBQs!

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Grilled Vegan Mexican Street Corn

Another summer BBQ favorite - Grilled Vegan Mexican Street Corn! Instead of using the traditional mayonnaise rub I did something a little different to reduce the fat and calories. And with a shake or two of my Vegan Parmesan - perfecto! (Be sure and grab plenty of napkins).  

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Vegan Mexican Pasta Salad (oil-free & gf)

If it's too hot to cook - then try this Mexican Pasta Salad! It's 100% vegan, oil-free, and with the right pasta can be gluten-free as well.

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Oil-Free Vegan Pasta Salad

Here's another summertime favorite: an Oil-Free Vegan Pasta Salad, absolutely PERFECT for that family picnic or company potluck....

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Smoked BBQ Soy Curls

Imagine Smoked BBQ Soy Curls with a smoky pineapple & poblano relish, topped off with my Creamy Vegan Coleslaw. Ok BBQ fans, this one is gonna rock your world.

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BBQ Tempeh Vegan Ribs

These BBQ Tempeh Vegan Ribs will surely be the hit of your next BBQ. Meaty, smoky, and super sticky - all the textures and flavors we love from real BBQ - but without the fat & cholesterol! And no animals were harmed!

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BBQ Tofu Burnt Ends

The next time you want to impress your non-vegan friends (or just want a super-tasty snack) throw some of these BBQ Tofu Burnt Ends on the grill!  You may have weekend dinner guests for life! 

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Smoky Vegan Carrot Dogs

Don't you just hate Summer Picnics where everyone is grilling burgers and dogs?  Well take these Smoky Vegan Carrot Dogs and join right in!

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Creamy Vegan Coleslaw

A low-fat, Creamy Vegan Coleslaw that will be perfect for that backyard BBQ or summer picnic.  No dairy, no tofu, no mayo.  

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Fat-Free Vegan Potato Salad

A smooth and creamy fat-free Vegan Potato Salad without using any mayo, tofu, or nuts.  The secret is in the sauce!

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