How to Host a Vegan-Friendly BBQ: Tips and Delicious Recipes

Summer is here and that means firing up the grill and hosting BBQ parties. But what if you have vegan friends or family members? How can you make sure everyone enjoys the party, including the vegans? Here are some tips and delicious vegan-friendly recipes to host a BBQ that everyone will love:

Tips for Hosting a Vegan-Friendly BBQ

1. Communicate with your guests: Let your guests know ahead of time that you will be offering vegan options. Ask your vegan guests if they have any food allergies or preferences.
2. Separate cooking surfaces: Cook the vegan food on separate surfaces from the meat to avoid contamination. Use different utensils and plates for the vegan food.
3. Offer a variety of vegan options: Don't just offer a salad as the vegan option. Get creative and offer a variety of dishes such as grilled veggies, veggie burgers, and vegan hot dogs.
4. Label vegan dishes: Make sure to label the vegan dishes so your guests know what they're eating.
5. Provide vegan condiments: Offer vegan-friendly condiments such as ketchup, mustard, and vegan mayo.
6. Don't forget about drinks: Check that the drinks you offer are vegan-friendly. Some alcoholic drinks and mixers may contain animal products.

Vegan-Friendly BBQ Recipes

Vegan Black Bean Burgers

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup cooked brown rice
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1/2 cup cornmeal
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

1. Mash the black beans in a large bowl.
2. Add the chopped onion, brown rice, salsa, and cornmeal to the bowl and stir well.
3. Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper and mix until well combined.
4. Form the mixture into patties and grill for 5-7 minutes on each side until crispy.

Grilled Eggplant with Mint and Pine Nuts

Ingredients:

• 1 large eggplant, sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, and balsamic vinegar.
3. Brush the eggplant slices with the olive oil mixture and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Grill the eggplant for 5-7 minutes on each side until charred and tender.
5. Remove from the grill and top with fresh mint and toasted pine nuts.

Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar

Ingredients:

• 1 pineapple, sliced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

Instructions:

1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar and cinnamon.
3. Brush the pineapple slices with melted coconut oil and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
4. Grill the pineapple for 3-4 minutes on each side until caramelized.

With these tips and recipes, you can host a vegan-friendly BBQ that will impress all of your guests. Happy grilling!