55 Vegan Picnic & Potluck Food Ideas Everyone Will Love

Now that Spring has officially sprung, you can whip out the picnic baskets and get cooking! These delicious vegan picnic and potluck ideas are the perfect meals to cook in batch and take to your family/friend get-togethers!

 

Vegan Picnic & Potluck Recipes

Vegan Sandwiches

1. Vegan Egg Mayo Sandwich

Satisfying but light enough for a summer picnic, this vegan egg mayo salad uses just six ingredients. It’s also versatile and can be used on pasta, rice, or potatoes.

 

2. Buffalo Chickpea Wrap

Quick and easy, these buffalo chickpea wraps are just slightly spicy. They also deliver a fantastic crunch, and the roasted chickpeas are an excellent snack.

 

3. Vegan Chicken Salad

Full of summer colors and flavors, this vegan chicken salad is both crunchy and creamy, thanks to vegan mayo and fresh celery. Grapes add a pop of delightful sweetness.

 

4. Club Sandwich

Eating vegan shouldn’t mean missing out on a picnic classic like a club sandwich, and with this version, which uses vegan bacon and plant-based cheese, you don’t have to.

 

5. Lemony Chickpea Sandwich

For incredible flavor, a vegan smashed chickpea sandwich with fresh lemon and dill can’t be beat. The smashed chickpeas also work well as a salad.

 

6. Vegan Coronation Chicken Sandwich

The jackfruit used in this coronation chicken sandwich is packed with flavor, but the recipe requires only six ingredients, so it’s a snap to whip up for a picnic.

 

7. Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich

There’s something elegant about a Japanese egg salad sandwich, or tamago sando, and this vegan option tastes as delightful as it looks.

 

8. Buffalo Quinoa Rice Wraps

Jazz up a quick wrap with organic red quinoa and a few dashes of buffalo sauce. The quinoa also works as a salad if you want to skip the wrap.

 

9. Hummus Veggie Wraps

Lunch wraps are simple, and the options are endless. With this recipe, you can add more of your favorite vegetables or swap out vegetables for whatever’s in season.

 

Vegan Salads & Sides

10. Creamy Potato Salad

 

11. Pearl Couscous Salad

Bright, refreshing, and absolutely bursting with flavor, this vegan couscous salad is a perfect picnic main course, but it’s also a great side dish.

 

12. Creamy Corn Salad

Nothing says summer better than fresh, sweet corn. This creamy corn salad makes an amazing side, but it’s rich and satisfying enough to be the main lunch option.

 

13. Avocado Cucumber Tomato Salad

Quick and easy to put together, this avocado cucumber tomato salad uses the freshest ingredients for bursts of summertime flavor.

 

14. Crack Pasta Salad

Traditional crack pasta salads use bacon, cheese, and ranch dressing, but this vegan version, made with plant milk, miso, and yeast, is just as creamy and even more delicious.

 

15. Cold Noodle Salad

A cold salad is ideal for a picnic on a hot summer day. For a burst of spicy flavor, try this cold Asian noodle salad made with peanut sauce and fresh veggies.

 

16. Three Bean Salad

Beans are hearty, filling, and versatile, and you can flavor them in almost any way imaginable. Lemon and basil jazz up this three bean salad, making it a surefire favorite for any picnic.

 

17. Heirloom Tomato Salad

Colorful, juicy tomatoes almost embody the look and taste of summer. This heirloom salad is beautiful on the plate, and a tart, savory dressing makes it taste as good as it looks.

 

18. Mexican Street Corn Orzo Salad

Versatile yet quick to make, this Mexican street corn orzo pasta salad uses fresh vegetables, a mix of irresistible spices, and optional vegan feta cheese. You can serve it cold or warm.

 

19. Nicoise Salad

Made with potatoes, beans, and other fresh vegetables, this salad is so scrumptious and filling that it can easily star as the main course of your picnic.

 

20. Ranch Pasta Salad

If you’re looking for the perfect picnic side, a vegan ranch pasta salad might be the winner. Made with fresh vegetables and the familiar flavors and spices of ranch dressing, this salad is definitely a crowd-pleaser.

 

21. Deviled Potatoes

Non-vegans are familiar with deviled eggs, but the vegan version, deviled potatoes, can give those eggs a run for their money. Rich, packed with flavor, and super satisfying, these potatoes look gorgeous and make an amazing side.

 

22. Green Bean Salad

Crisp and flavored with fresh green herbs, Mediterranean vegan green bean salad is the perfect option for anyone looking for something a bit more exciting than lettuce-based salads.

 

23. Whipped Vegan Feta with Herb Potatoes

Flavored with plenty of roasted garlic, this surprisingly light and refreshing dish uses vegan feta and herbs to bring out the potatoes’ savory goodness.

 

24. Cold Veggie “Pizza”

Making pizza doesn’t have to be complicated, and using organic crescent rolls as the pizza dough makes this dish incredibly quick and even tastier than usual. Add your favorite toppings to make the pizza your own.

 

25. Bruschetta Flatbread

Deceptively simple, this vegan flatbread looks pretty enough that it can be used as a fancy dinner appetizer, but it’s also portable enough for a picnic.

 

26. Green Goddess Salad

Bright and bursting with bold flavors, this dish uses tarragon, parsley, chives, basil, dill, and cilantro to pep up the dressing. You can add or substitute your favorite herbs or swap out veggies to suit your tastes.

 

27. Asparagus Mushroom Quiche

Quiche is a classic picnic dish, and you can make a vegan version using tofu that’s even better than the original egg-based recipe. Mushrooms and nutritional yeast help to boost this dish’s umami flavors.

 

28. Caesar Salad

Caesar salad is a good way to make pretty much everyone happy. Traditional Caesar dressing uses milk, cheese, and anchovies, but the vegan version, made with miso and garlic, is tangy and creamy, and you can use it for dipping or as a sandwich spread, too.

 

29. Vegan Egg Cups

Follow an exact recipe or make these vegan egg cups your own by adding your favorite summer ingredients.

 

Vegan Sweet Treats

30. Summer Fruit Salad with Rosewater Dressing

Rosewater dressing might make you raise your eyebrows, but just wait until you’ve tried it. With a light touch, it’s heavenly on fresh fruit and makes the perfect healthy dessert for a picnic.

 

31. Chocolate Banana Bread

Rich yet fluffy, this vegan chocolate banana bread is light enough for a picnic but will still satisfy anyone with a sweet tooth.

 

32. Cookie Dough Bites

Picnics are often best when you can spend more time enjoying a gorgeous day outside and less time in the kitchen. No-bake cookie dough bites are quick but super tasty, and they only require five ingredients.

 

33. Strawberry Icebox Cake

Fresh fruit is a must for any spring or summer picnic, and this strawberry banana icebox cake showcases ripe strawberries perfectly.

 

34. Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins

Oatmeal makes these blueberry muffins hearty and keeps them moist. The muffins are also much healthier than your average blueberry treat, but they still taste divine.

 

35. Strawberry Pie

It looks complex (and fancy,) but this vegan strawberry pie, which uses cornstarch instead of gelatin, comes together quickly and offers a refreshing, light summer berry flavor.

 

36. Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownies

Brownies are a picnic favorite, and adding peanut butter only makes them more decadent. This recipe uses chocolate chips or chunks to up the fudge factor and keep the brownies moist.

 

37. Lemon Tart

Tart, sweet, and tasting like summer in a pie shell, this lemon tart utilizes vegan butter to create a tangy, smooth lemon curd filling.

 

38. Chocolate Zucchini Bread

Zucchini bread might sound a little strange to those who haven’t tried it, but it’s decadent and tastes fresh and sweet at the same time. The zucchini makes the bread moist, while the chocolate in this recipe adds another layer of depth.

 

39. Strawberry Crumb Bars

Kind of like a fruit crumble in a convenient bar form, these strawberry oatmeal bars are a true treat, but they’re also quite healthy.

 

40. Lemon Puppyseed Muffins

Perfect for a lunch dessert or a morning picnic, lemon poppy seed muffins use lemon juice and zest, plus a lemon glaze, to up the zing factor.

 

41. Blueberry Banana Oat Bread

This blueberry banana oat bread is a healthier dessert option, but it doesn’t taste like it. Sweet, plump blueberries add a pop of freshness, while the bananas keep the bread moist.

 

42. Mango Coconut Bread

With a cake-like texture, this sweet bread works well as a snack, but it’s also the ideal light summer dessert.

 

43. Glazed Donut Holes

Donut holes might seem complicated, but they’re simple enough that you’ll find yourself making them over and over. Apple cider vinegar adds tang, and you can change up the glaze with different flavors.

 

Vegan Snacks

44. Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Pinwheels

Rollups look festive and bright, and they’re a great option when you want to offer an array of foods at your picnic. These rollups use sun-dried tomatoes and pesto, but you can add almost any ingredients you like.

 

45. Japanese Rice Balls

Onigiri, or Japanese rice balls, are eye-catching but deceptively simple to make. You can fill them with a range of foods, so they’re versatile, and because they’re easy to hold, they’re perfect for picnics.

 

46. Watermelon Sticks with Coconut Lime Dip

Watermelon is already amazing by itself, but dusting it with tajin seasoning takes it to a whole new level. Adding a lime yogurt dip? Out of this world!

 

47. Mac and Cheese Bites

No one ever says no to mac and cheese, and these mac and cheese bites, made in a muffin tin, are super portable.

 

48. Sausage Rolls

Flaky vegan puff pastry, mushrooms, onions, and cashews pump up the umami flavor of these sausage rolls. You can dip them in your choice of sauce or eat them plain.

 

49. Crack Dip

Crack dip, made with vegan mayo, cheese, and bacon, is incredibly versatile. You can use it as a dip or mix it into pasta or potatoes for a quick salad.

 

50. Pizza Pinwheels

Perfectly bite-sized, these vegan pinwheels are filled with mushrooms, peppers, and olives, but you can use any filling you like or have available.

 

Vegan Drinks

51. Strawberry Mint Lemonade

Strawberries and mint embody summer, so what better way to celebrate them than by combining them in a lemonade?

 

52. Peach Iced Tea

Naturally sweetened, this iced tea uses fresh peach slices and looks like summer in a glass.

 

53. Watermelon Agua Fresca

You can make this hydrating agua fresca with just watermelon and lime, but using herbs, such as mint, basil, or rosemary, brings more depth to the drink.

 

54. Iced Matcha Latte

Rich yet light, matcha lattes are fresh and decadent at the same time. This vegan option uses nut milk for creaminess and maple syrup as a sweetener.

 

55. Ginger Peach Lemonade

Zingy ginger blends with sweet, juicy peaches to give this lemonade an invigorating flavor boost.

 

56. Blueberry Soda

The dark purple color of this drink looks stunning, and the bubbly, fruity flavor is fantastic on a scorching July afternoon.

 

More vegan Summer recipes:

• vegan zucchini recipes
• vegan BBQ recipes
• vegan Summer recipes
• vegan pasta salad recipes
• vegan 4th of July recipes

What are your favorite vegan recipes for picnics and potlucks?

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