Vegetarian Grill Recipes at Home

When the weather is warm and the nights are long, nothing beats a summertime BBQ with family and friends. But what if you’re vegan or vegetarian? Thankfully, there are plenty of vegan grill recipes and sides to throw on the grill. From vegetarian foil packets to vegetarian kebabs and much more, this collection has you covered.

I like to treat plant-based grilling simply like I did when I ate meat. Pick a protein and let it sit in a good marinade for a while. Then, put it on the grill with your go-to summer veggies.

If I’m taking food to cook at a BBQ with friends and family, I like to match what they’re cooking. If they’re having burgers, then I’ll take veggie burgers, or if it’s sausage, veggie sausage works great. Steak is the only one that’s kind of hard to match, however this vegan steak recipe looks like something I need to try soon!

Below, you’ll find a variety of options to try at your next cookout. Enjoy!

Go-to Protein Options to Grill:

• Tofu
• Tempeh
• Impossible/Beyond Burger
• Kitchen-made veggie burger
• Seitan
• Vegan sausages

Dependable Veggies to Grill:

• Portobello mushrooms
• Bell pepper
• Zucchini
• Corn
• Onions
• Asparagus

Fruit to Grill:

• Peaches
• Watermelon
• Pineapple
• Fruit skewers

How to Make Vegetarian Foil Packets

Foil packets, like this vegan sausage and veggie recipe, are fun and straightforward it is to make for grilling. Simply pick a protein, seasoning it, and then mix in some veg.

For these foil packs seen below, I wanted them to be reliable for summer, so I’ve used all of the go-to summer veggies; including corn on the cob, zucchini squash and red bell pepper. However, simply about any summer veggies would work well in this dish.

You technically could cook the sausage whole inside of the foil packs, but I found that cutting it into larger pieces worked much better and simply overall made serving easier. I also recommend using grill grade foil, as it’s much thicker and more durable. However, regular foil will work, but I suggest doubling up on the layers of foil so that it doesn’t tear when you put it on the grill.

How to Make Vegetarian Kebabs

I certainly love grilling tofu and it’s so unfussy and satisfying to make into vegetarian kebabs. You can truly use any marinated protein + your fav vegetables. Vegetarian or vegan kebabs are dependable for summer get togethers where you’re not sure if there will be any plant-based options. You can assemble them ahead of time and then pop them on the grill whenever you’re ready!

If I have the time, I like to marinate the pressed tofu overnight, but a much shorter time period for marinating also works only fine. After the tofu has marinated, I toss the veggies in that same liquid to give them a little flavor and so that they have a bit of oil on them for the grill.

Recipes to try

If you’re looking for unfussy vegetarian grill recipes to try, these are some savory options:

Grilled mains:

• Grilled Tofu. Looking for a grilling recipe that’s packed with protein AND easily grillable? I got you! This Grilled Tofu is dependable for summer grilling season and surprisingly unfussy to throw together.
• Unfussy Tofu Kebabs. These vegan kebabs are dependable for summer get togethers where you’re not sure if there will be any veggie options for you. You can assemble them ahead of time and then pop them on the grill whenever you’re ready!

• Foil Pack Vegan Sausage & Vegetables. These foil packs are a worth making! Not only are they flavor-packed, but they are short and straightforward to throw on the grill for a good vegetarian meal!
• Vegan Grilled Pizza. This pizza is short and unfussy to make and turns out so flavor-packed!

• Pineapple Tofu Skewers. A truly simple to throw together recipe that’s great for grilling season (or truly anytime using a grill pan!).
• Tofu Satay. Truly simple to make and RELIABLE for grilling season! It can be marinated for a short period if you’re in a hurry OR it can even marinate overnight for extra flavor.

Grilled sides:

• Straightforward Grilled Salad. Even in the summer, A regular here a good warm salad and this one is packed with veggies and covered in a savory creamy dressing. Worth the pot!
• Grilled Artichokes. These are straightforward to make and will be your new go-to way to prepare artichokes! The grill adds such a savory smokey flavor that you’re going to love.

• Grilled Corn Salad. The dependable side for any party or summer dinner! It’s loaded with fresh corn, cucumber, tomatoes and all of the flavors of summer.
• Grilled Fruit Skewers. Throw your regular summer fruits on skewers with a bit of lime juice and chili powder, and grill them up. It’s truly straightforward and ridiculously flavorful!