Summer is the perfect time to focus on fresh, vibrant salads, smoothies, and more! I’ve rounded up 20+ Healthy Vegan Summer Meals & Recipes you have to try!

The Ultimate Summer Meals Roundup! 

 Today I’m sharing a list of Delicious Vegan Summer Recipes that will get you through those hot summer days eating nutrient-dense plant-based ingredients packed with all the good stuff!

Many of these vegan summer meals can be made fresh or at your backyard barbecue without that pesky hot oven We’ve got a mix of smoothies and smoothie bowls, colorful salads, pasta highlighting summer tomatoes and fresh basil, and dishes to entertain. Whether you’re looking for a main course, side dish, lunch, breakfast, dinner, or dessert, this list is for you! Plus many of these are great for meal prep!

During the summer months, I like to focus on eating what’s in season and at its prime. You’ll get maximum flavour and by eating produce grown locally in its natural season, we can reduce our carbon emissions and food waste! 

The summer season is actually full of options, as the hot weather brings in an amazing harvest of fresh fruit and vegetables. Think creamy avocado, sweet corn, ripe tomatoes, bell peppers, fresh herbs, strawberries, blueberries, watermelon, citrus fruits, leafy greens, green beans, and more! 

Let’s escape the summer heat with fresh, simple ingredients and vibrant meals for a summer picnic, BBQ, gathering, or weekday meal!

Summer Smoothie Recipes

Smoothies are always an amazing way to enjoy fruit and keep cool on hot days. If you find yourself with an abundance of fruit and aren’t able to eat it in time, the best way to save it is to pop it into the freezer, and use it for smoothies later! 

Here are a few smoothie recipes and smoothie bowl recipes to try.

• Mango Creamsicle Smoothie
• Strawberries & Cream Smoothie Bowl
• Almond Joy Smoothie Bowl
• Everyday Green Smoothie
• Banana Cacao Recovery Smoothie (by Vegan Yack Attack)
• Vegan Cookie Dough Smoothie Bowl

Summer Salad Recipes

Salads are a classic summer go-to. They’re light, refreshing, and extra delicious in the summertime when summer produce is freshest. Take advantage of avocados, cherry tomatoes, sweet summer corn, crisp cucumbers, red onion, and fresh fruit (which is amazing in savory salads too!), and get your greens in. There’s nothing better than a fresh salad– my summer staple!

• Caprese Stuffed Avocados
• Vegan Chopped Italian Salad
• Chinese Chickpea Salad
• Vegan Scallops & Edamame Corn Salad
• Vegan Artichoke “Tuna” Salad
• Pomegranate Kale Quinoa Salad (by Simply Quinoa)
• Broccoli Hemp Tabouleh (by Hot For Food)
• Spicy Cucumber Salad

Summer Pasta Recipes

Now you may be thinking pasta doesn’t sound like a summer food, but both tomatoes and basil are at their peak in the summertime and bursting with flavor. Red pasta dishes never disappoint, and pasta salad is always a crowd-pleaser when you want something cold but filling. These dishes will work for lunch, or make amazing vegan summer dinner ideas!

• Vegan Ricotta Zucchini Ravioli
• Simple Vegan Minestrone Soup
• Vegan Lemon Pepper Pasta
• Green Bean Almond Gremolata Pasta
• 15 Min Caprese Pasta Salad

Easy Vegan Summer Recipes for Entertaining

Whether you’re grilling, picnicking, or eating with friends, try one of the below crowd-pleasers. They’re great as a main dish or side dish to make in large quantities, and impressive meals to flex your culinary muscles for guests!

• Rainbow Tempeh Rolls
• Hummus 4 Ways (by Crowded Kitchen)
• Mini Key Lime Pies (by Feasting on Fruit)
• Strawberry Rhubarb Baked Oatmeal 
• Healthy Vegan Kale Artichoke Dip
• Grilled Carrot Hot Dogs (by Sweet Simple Vegan)
• Tropical Coconut Chia Popsicles (by Choosing Chia)

Vegan Summer Desserts

Overnight Strawberry Shortcake Jars

Healthy Watermelon Sorbet

Cantaloupe Granita

2 Ingredient Vegan Strawberry Froyo

If you try any of these healthy vegan recipes out, don’t forget to tag the wonderful creators and me on Instagram @veggiekins so I can see your delicious re-creations and feature them! As always, I love when you share your reviews in the comments below, and if you make any fun substitutions, let me know how it worked out below too.

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