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Jul 18, 2017

Plant-based barbecue recipes even non-vegetarians will love

By: Charlotte Singmin

Nothing says summertime like a backyard BBQ in full swing. But what to serve if your guests are of the veggie-lovin ’ persuasion?

Toss those tired tofu dogs aside — we’ve sourced a handful of the best veg recipes from our own go-to collection and a few of our fave Canadian blogs. From vegan burgers made with caramelized onions, cumin, paprika and black beans to grilled peach and tomato salad, these meatless eats are so good, they'll even impress your non-vegetarian guests.

1. Grilled corn salad

With just three main ingredients, a handful of fresh herbs and a healthy homemade dressing, this salad recipe from Canadian blogger Spooning & Forking is an easy one you're sure to love. It features grilled sweet corn, strawberry and radish and is an ideal accompaniment to any backyard BBQ feast.

2. Vegan burger

From one of our favourite Canadian You Tubers Hot For Food comes this amazing recipe for a vegan burger. It boasts a mouthwatering combination of caramelized onions, cumin, paprika, black beans and meatless ground round grills. This hearty BBQ burger has been known to capture the heart of even the most dedicated meat-eaters.

3. Grilled peach and tomato salad

In Canada, we have an incredible variety of seasonal produce that we get to enjoy, and this Grilled Peach and Tomato Salad recipe from our own CL files takes advantage of just that. It combines mint, tarragon, snap peas, and tomato with beautifully grilled peaches for a subtle taste of summer in every bite.

4. Grilled Baked Potatoes with Green Onion Sour Cream

We’re sharing the secret to fluffy on the inside, crisp on the outside BBQ baked potatoes with this classic recipe from our own CL files. Follow our tips for a quick and easy green onion sour cream topper to serve up the tastiest jacket potatoes in town.

5. Grilled Pizza

A favourite from our CL archives, this homemade grilled pizza topped with eggplant, basil leaves, bocconcini, and cherry tomatoes, isn't your typical BBQ recipe — but it deserves to be your new go-to. The quick rise dough can also be prepped in advance, and in under 20 minutes on the grill, a sumptuous summer meal is ready to be served.

6. Veggie burgers

This veggie burger boasts a falafel-like consistency and is packed with so much good stuff including fresh herbs, garlic, onions and carrots, which keep the patty moist.

7. Grilled cheese

Pear, Dijon mustard and a grill (instead of the traditional pan and stove) take the classic grilled cheese sandwich to a gourmet new height in this must-try recipe.

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