Gone are the days when the meat-free options at a barbecue were limited to tasteless veggie sausages and boring bean burgers. Whether you are looking for sizzling halloumi, perfectly chargrilled tofu, tasty veggie patties, colourful kebabs, or just the best veg-packed sides, we have all of the recipes you need to take the vegetarian dishes at your barbecue to the next level. Still on the hunt for some options for the carnivores? Take a look at our collection of favourite meaty mains here and don’t forget to finish off the feast with one of our summery desserts, perfect for enjoying in the garden. Plus, you can find our full range of barbecue recipes and inspiration here.
Sweetcorn Rojak
Grill your sweetcorn on the barbecue to get that smoky, high-heat flavour. Rojaks are packed with in-season vegetables, so you can experiment outside of this recipe as long as you keep the ratios the same.
Grilled Marinated Aubergines with Chilli and Mint
Aubergines are a great vegetarian substitute because not only do they achieve perfect grill marks, but they will also absorb the red chilli, garlic, mint, and vinegar dressing without becoming soggy.
Mega Veggie Burgers Garden Salad and Basil Dressing
These veggie burgers from Jamie Oliver are not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavour. The simple tofu patties are layered with a rich tomato sauce and plenty of melted cheese, making for a filling crowd-pleaser.
Aubergine and Goat’s Cheese Burger Stacks with Honey and Thyme
Inspired by the classic Spanish dish, berenjenas con miel, these honey and thyme-laced aubergine stacks from Rukmini Iyer are a unique alternative to more classic veggie burgers.
Grilled Halloumi Burgers with Chilli Ketchup and Tahini Mayo
These burgers from The World of The Happy Pear are a favourite with vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. Our advice when making this recipe? Double it. They’ll disappear in no time.
Black Bean Burgers
Even though this recipe from At My Table uses a combination of black beans and mushrooms rather than beef, these burgers are undeniably meaty. A brilliant recipe if you’re looking for a beef burger substitute and irresistible when served with all the trimmings.
Cauliflower Shawarma with Pomegranate, Pine Nuts and Rose
This Middle Eastern-inspired whole roasted cauliflower, marinated in a shawarma-spiced butter and topped with a creamy tahina sauce, wins the award for show-stopping vegetable centrepiece.
Barbecued or Griddled Sweetcorn with Flavoured Butters
This whole sweetcorn recipe from Grill it with Levi is a barbecue staple. Levi’s flavoured butters intensify the flavour of the sweetcorn, taking it to a whole new level – choose from lime and coriander, Parmesan or chilli butter.
Griddled Courgette with Parmesan, Almonds and Lemon
In this easy side dish, strips of courgette are griddled on the barbecue for a smoky flavour before being topped with toasted almonds, vegetarian Parmesan and a fresh, zesty lemon truffle dressing.
Mega Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
These sweet potatoes are a perfect recipe for feeding a crowd. And if you’ve got meat-lovers at your barbecue too, you can always top the sweet potatoes with bacon.
Fire-Baked Sweet Potatoes with Balsamic Onions, Blue Cheese and Walnuts
Sweet potatoes are an easy side dish for any barbecue. Simply foil wrap and leave to roast in the coals, before stuffing with caramelised onions, crunchy walnuts and punchy blue cheese. (Look out for rennet-free blue cheese to ensure this dish stays fully vegetarian).
Halloumi and Watermelon Skewers with Tamarind Dip
With cubes of sweet and juicy watermelon, crunchy bread croutons and crisp, salty halloumi these simple skewers are a lovely balance of textures and flavours, served with a sweet honey and tamarind dip.
Oregano, Pine Nut and Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms With Chilli
Cooked on the barbecue, Portobello mushrooms become soft and juicy, perfect for topping with melty mozzarella cheese, pine nuts, fresh oregano and a little chilli for some extra heat.
