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Summer starts June 20th (Happy Summer Solstice) and it’s coming in hot!
I took out the guesswork and supplied a delicious list of vegetarian summer classics, along with a few other surprises to get your summer meals started.
For no-cook recipes that’ll prevent the home from heating up, check out our no-cook cashew cream, date paste, and chocolate peanut butter smoothie!
For no-cook recipes that’ll prevent the home from heating up, check out our no-cook cashew cream, date paste, and chocolate peanut butter smoothie!
Vegetables & Fruits in Season for the Summer
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Apples
Apricots
Avocados
Bananas
Beets
Bell Peppers
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Celery
Cherries
Corn
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Garlic
Green Beans
Herbs
Honeydew Melon
Lemons
Lima Beans
Limes
Mangos
Okra
Peaches
Plums
Raspberries
Strawberries
Summer Squash
Tomatillos
Tomatoes
Watermelon
Zucchini
Summer Vegetarian Dinner Recipes
Mushroom Lentil Loaf
Cozy up with this hearty Mushroom Lentil Loaf! Packed with plant-based protein and fiber, this lentil meatloaf is perfect for family dinners.
Vegan Butter Chicken (Tofu Makhani)
Here’s an easy Vegan Butter Chicken recipe that’s full of flavor, depth, and simple to make. It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser every time.
Vegan Creamy Chickpea Pasta with Spinach
Whip up a creamy, velvety chickpea pasta for your next weekday dinner! Made with linguine, pan-roasted chickpeas, garlic, and creamy coconut milk. This recipe is 100% dairy-free, vegan, and can be made gluten-free.
Vegan Black Bean Chili
Fill up your bowls with Vegan Black Bean Chili made with creamy black beans, spices, and homemade, crushed roasted tomatoes. Ready in 30 minutes and packed with plant-based protein and fiber!
Vegetarian Tofu Bean Chili
The BEST vegetarian tofu bean chili. This classic, comfort dish is made with tender tofu, creamy beans, rich tomato sauce, and a blend of pantry-friendly spices.
Vegan Roasted Tomato Basil Soup
Fire-blasted vegan Roasted Tomato Basil Soup made with plant-based, healthy ingredients! The perfect, cozy, homemade soup, perfect for a chilly night.
Summer Vegetarian Lunch Recipes
Creamy Rigatoni With Sofrito Avocado Sauce
Quick and easy, creamy rigatoni pasta gently tossed in avocado and fragrant sofrito sauce. Made with a Puerto Rican twist, using adobo. A delicious dinner recipe that’s perfect for a busy weekday summer night.
Black Bean Tofu Burger Recipe
Protein-packed, healthy plant-based burgers made with tofu, black beans, and mushrooms. A kid-friendly burger that's great for a weekday dinner meal. Gluten-free, vegan, and healthy.
Cannellini Bean Burgers (with Pantry-Friendly Ingredients)
Need a QUICK and EASY burger? These Cannellini Bean Burgers are made with pantry-friendly ingredients! No need to chop or shred! These burgers are also 100% vegan, gluten-free, eggless, and dairy-free.
Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese
This creamy easy dairy free mac and cheese was a holiday potluck hit and is ready in 20 minutes. A plant based cheesy recipe everyone will love - I promise!
Vegan Tea Sandwiches with Cucumber
These vegan tea sandwiches with cucumbers made with soft white bread, a light layer of vegan butter on each slice, and thinly sliced English cucumbers for a fresh, classic bite.
Healthy Zucchini Soup with Potatoes
Enjoy this low-calorie, healthy zucchini soup, made with vibrant ingredients including zucchini, parsley, freshly-squeezed lemon juice, garlic, and onion.
Summer Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes
Peanut Butter Protein Baked Oats
This protein baked oatmeal is soft, moist, and naturally sweetened. Perfect for a quick, high-protein breakfast that keeps you full. Made with peanut butter, oats, and chia seeds, it’s gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, and egg-free, with plenty of fiber and plant-based protein to fuel your morning.
Breakfast Red Split Lentils
Creamy, red split breakfast lentils topped with chopped walnuts and creamy coconut milk. A great alternative to traditional porridge or oatmeal that whipped up in just minutes!
Healthy Oat Bran Pancakes
If you're craving something sweet for breakfast, go for a stack of fluffy & soft Oat Bran Pancakes made with just 8 ingredients. 100% plant-based and easy to make!
Buttery Oat Bran
Warm up your morning with a cozy bowl of oat bran topped with vegan butter, salt, and black pepper. It's the perfect morning comfort food.
Extra Moist Blueberry Banana Bread
Nothing beats a classic, Extra-Moist Blueberry Banana Bread with juicy blueberries! This recipe is eggless, dairy-free, and oil/butter-free.
Summer Vegetarian Sweets, Treats & Desserts
Sugar-Free Vegan Applesauce
Whip up homemade sugar-free applesauce! Learn how to make, store, and freeze this easy vegan applesauce with no added sugar in just minutes.
3-Ingredient Peach Mango Smoothie
Refresh your day with a peach mango smoothie! Refined sugar-free, plant-based, dairy-free, and made with flavor.
3-Ingredient Strawberry Mint Popsicles (Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free)
Homemade strawberry mint popsicles are the perfect summertime treat! We’re making these refined sugar-free, dairy-free, vegan & with only 3 Ingredients.
Vegan Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding
Get your chocolate fix with Vegan Chocolate Chia Seed Pudding made with soy milk, chia seeds, cocoa powder, and pitted dates. It’s a healthy breakfast treat, dessert, or snack, packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats.
3-Ingredient Mango Coconut Milk Popsicles (Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free)
Creamy mango and coconut milk popsicles are everything you need this summer! Refined sugar-free, gluten-free, 100% vegan, and made with just THREE ingredients.
Summer Vegetarian Sides & Sauces
Best Homemade Vegan Spaghetti Sauce
The best homemade vegan spaghetti sauce. Using fresh roma tomatoes and pantry-friendly ingredients. Only 11 ingredients!
Zucchini Casserole with Stuffing
Zucchini Casserole with Stuffing is the perfect Thanksgiving side dish! It’s made with zucchini, seasoned vegetables, stock, and herbs. This recipe is 100% VEGAN and easy to make.
Nut-Free Vegan Basil Pesto
Easy vegan nut-free pesto, garlicky and bold and ready in 5 minutes! Perfect for pasta, sandwiches, and wraps. Allergy-friendly and full of flavor.
Air Fryer Roasted Roma Tomatoes
Easy, 20-minutes Air Fryer Roasted Roma Tomatoes! With a hint of sweetness, smokiness, and packed-full of good-for-you nutrients, these roasted tomatoes make for a great addition to stews, soups, pastas, and rice recipes.
Mashed Carrots With Cinnamon
Creamy, plant-based mashed carrots spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetened with brown sugar. The perfect, wholesome side dish for the fall season, holidays, or just to flavor-up a dinner meal.
Apple Cider Vinegar Salad Dressing
Enjoy a homemade, creamy apple cider vinegar salad dressing made with just 6 ingredients! Naturally vegetarian, delicious, and easy to make.
Homemade Puerto Rican Sofrito Recipe
Homemade Puerto Rican sofrito recipe to use in a variety of Puerto Rican dishes including soups, stews, rice, and beans.
Cold Vegetarian Dishes for Summer
Vegan Creamy Red Potato Salad
Plant-Based Creamy Red Potato Salad is the perfect summertime recipe for your next BBQ, cookout, potluck, or your day out in the park. This recipe is gluten-free, eggless, and dairy-free!
No Mayo Chickpea Salad Sandwich
If you're craving a healthy lunch option, this Creamy Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a must-try. It’s completely vegan, loaded with plant-based protein, and made without any mayo. It's perfect for a fresh, feel-good meal.
Creamy Vegan Macaroni Salad
The best, 10-ingredient vegan macaroni salad! The perfect creamy pasta salad side dish for summer parties, potlucks, and BBQs.
Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad with Homemade Vinaigrette
Summer’s finally here. Turn off the oven and grab a bowl of Refreshing Cucumber Tomato Onion salad - made with light and juicy ingredients! Best served chilled with a homemade apple vinaigrette.
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