Wondering what to make for dinner and dessert on a hot summer night? We have rounded up over 40 of the best light vegan summer recipes, including pasta salads, grain bowls, fresh salads for dinner, vegan dessert recipes, and more.

Most of these recipes are quick and easy 30-minute meals with just a few ingredients, great for weeknight dinners, putlocks, and summer cookouts.

vegan summer recipes including dinners and desserts

Browse through this list, and take your pick from vegan and fulfilling summer dinner ideas. We’re sure you’ll find your next summer favorite on this list!

Vegan Summer appetizers

Perfect for summer nights with friends, barbecues, and game nights. Finger food, light bites, and easy appetizers that are kids-friendly and will please the crowd.

Vegan Summer Dinners

Light, crunchy, and with fresh ingredients. These vegan summer dinners are perfect for barbecues, picnics, and summer parties. We've also listed some easy sides for a vegan grill night, please enjoy.

Vegan Summer Desserts

Sponge cakes, fruit tarts, and pies - all vegan and delicious! Take your pick from these homemade vegan desserts with simple ingredients.

TIPS FOR VEGAN SUMMER RECIPES

  • How to store: Most of these meals keep for 1 day in the refrigerator, best if stored in an airtight container.
  • How to freeze: You can also freeze these for up to 3 months. To freeze them, let them cool down first, then transfer them to a freezer-friendly container, leaving some space to allow them to expand.
  • How to reheat: Thaw in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop. Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs. Always refer to the individual recipes for exact guidance.

It is definitely possible (and quite easy) to make a delightful vegan summer meal with starter, mains, and desserts included. Hot weather is merely an occasion to serve delicious raw vegan salads and light mains. If you’re looking for additional ideas or you’re hosting a vegan dinner party, check out these lists:

If you made any of these recipes, leave us a comment in the sections below. It helps us improve our recipes and bring value to other people too.

For many more 30-minute meal ideas, check out our 30-minute meal category page.

vegan summer recipes including dinners and desserts

40 Vegan Summer Recipes

Author: Nico Pallotta
Over 40 best and tasty Vegan Summer Recipes that are easy to make, healthy, vegetarian and vegan too. Browse through, and pick your favorite summer recipe, for pasta, rice salads, pies and many more.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Pick your favorite summer dinner or dessert
  • Read the recipe for ingredients required
  • Make the recipe by following the instructions

Instructions
 

  • How to store: Most of these meals keep for 1 day in the refrigerator, best if stored in an airtight container.
  • How to freeze: You can also freeze these for up to 3 months. To freeze them, let them cool down first, then transfer to a freezer-friendly container, leaving some space to allow them to expand. Thaw in the microwave or in a pot on the stovetop. Before serving, garnish with fresh herbs. Always refer to the individual recipes for exact guidance.

Video Recipe

Lemon Tofu is an easy 20-minute Dinner

Nutritional Values

Nutrition Facts
40 Vegan Summer Recipes
Serving Size
 
150 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
300
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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