20 Salads for Vegan BBQs

Summer is the perfect time for backyard barbecues and picnics, and what’s a BBQ without some delicious salads? These 20 vegan salads are perfect for any outdoor gathering. All of these recipes are healthy and flavorful and they’re also easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd.

Summer is here and that means it’s finally time for BBQs and picnics! To provide you with an amazing list of vegan salads, I teamed with some fellow food bloggers and we’ve rounded up 20 delicious salad recipes that are perfect for vegan BBQs.

These tasty salads that are sure to be a hit with your guests and keep them coming back for more!

From classic potato salad to unique options like Asian pasta salad and sweet and sour mushroom salad, there’s something for everyone on this list. You can even take advantage of the grill and add some smoky flavor to your salads, for example with grilled potatoes. 

For something healthy and refreshing, try our bulgur or asparagus salad. And if you’re looking for a filling salad option, the Southwestern pasta salad and quinoa black bean salad are both hearty and flavorful.

Of course, no BBQ salad roundup would be complete without classic options like Mediterranean pasta salad and Greek salad. But with vegan twists on the dressings and cheese, these salads are perfect for everyone!

So fire up the grill and get ready for a delicious and healthy vegan BBQ feast with these vegan salad options.

Vegan Chickpea Salad

This vegan chickpea salad with kidney beans, tomatoes, and cucumber is one of my favorite salads! It's the perfect addition to BBQs and potlucks, it's super healthy, and very easy to make! 

5 from 6 votes

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Southwestern Pasta Salad (vegan)

This Southwestern Pasta salad with avocado, black beans, and lime dressing is one of my new favorites. It's not only super easy to make, but also healthy. It's a great addition to any BBQs and potlucks!

5 from 43 votes

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Grilled Potato Salad

This grilled potato salad by Bri from Evergreen Kitchen is a lighter, healthier spin on potato salad. Grilling the potatoes (either on a stovetop grill or BBQ) adds extra depth of flavor.

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Panzanella

This panzanella brings together the rustic charm of crusty bread, the vibrant freshness of juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumbers, and the aromatic taste of basil and red onion. It's super easy to make, fresh, light, and perfect for summer BBQs and picnics! 

5 from 2 votes

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Asian Pasta Salad

Doesn't this Asian Pasta Salad by Rebecca from Strength and Sunshine look delicious? This super easy and flavor-packed cold pasta salad is loaded with bright and crisp fresh veggies and tossed with an amazing soy-free dressing that's the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, spicy, and umami! Perfect for a BBQ or side dish to feed a crowd!

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Bulgur Salad

This bulgur salad with tomatoes, cucumber, and bell peppers is super fresh, healthy, and light. It makes the perfect lunch and it's ready in less than 20 minutes! 

5 from 4 votes

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Tuscan Bean Salad

This Tuscan Bean Salad by Megan from Earthly Provisions requires no cooking and is super easy to make. It’s a great addition to any cookout or gathering.

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Mediterranean pasta salad

This Mediterranean pasta salad with artichokes, tomatoes, and olives is perfect for summer BBQs and potlucks! It's packed with flavor and it comes together in less than 15 minutes! 

5 from 1 vote

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Tofu Salad

This tofu salad by Melissa from The Stingy Vegan features crispy barbecue tofu, vegan ranch dressing and a rainbow of vegetables. This quick salad is ready in less than 30 minutes!

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Greek Salad

This easy Greek salad with tomatoes, cucumber, olives, and bell pepper is the perfect side dish and I absolutely love making it for picnics and BBQs. It's tossed with an easy red wine vinaigrette and it's fresh, healthy, and ready in no time!

5 from 7 votes

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Cucumber Salad with Asian Dressing

With its spicy Asian dressing, this cool cucumber salad by Lori My Quiet Kitchen pairs perfectly with heavier mains and barbecue flavors.

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Asparagus Salad

You will love this easy asparagus salad with cherry tomatoes and pine nuts. It's light, fresh, healthy, and tossed in an easy lemon vinaigrette. 15 minutes is all you need! 

5 from 1 vote

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Vegan Mexican Chopped Salad

This delicious vegan Mexican chopped salad with avocado dressing by Elena from HappyKitchen.Rocks. makes the perfect lunch salad or an easy side dish to any Mexican feast. This gluten free salad is packed with fresh veggies, dietary fiber and plant based protein.

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Red Kidney Bean Salad

This deliciously simple Red Kidney Bean Salad by Jenn from Veggie Inspired is perfect for a picnic in the park or backyard BBQ. It's easily doubled or tripled for a crowd, and it only gets better as it sits, so it’s the perfect make-ahead dish. Ready in just 15 minutes!

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Orzo Pasta Salad

This orzo pasta salad is packed with Mediterranean flavors and it comes together in less than 20 minutes! It's made with cherry tomatoes, artichokes, cucumber, olives, and vegan feta, all tossed in an easy lemon herb dressing. 

5 from 2 votes

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Vegan Potato Salad

This vegan potato salad with pickles and celery is perfect for summer BBQs and picnics. It's a vegan version of classic American potato salad that will have everyone coming back for more!

5 from 6 votes

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Sweet and Sour Mushroom Salad

This sweet and sour mushroom salad by Janelle from PbF is super refreshing. Cup mushrooms tossed with herbs and bell peppers to pair with any of your favorite bbq foods.

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Cucumber Pasta Salad

This cucumber pasta salad is perfect for your next potluck or BBQ! It's creamy, fresh, refreshing, and completely vegan. And it comes together in just 15 minutes! 

5 from 2 votes

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Quinoa Black Bean Salad

This protein-packed quinoa black bean salad with a tangy lime dressing makes the perfect lunch and it's also great for BBQs and potlucks! It's a refreshing and nutritious dish that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized for hours.

5 from 9 votes

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Mexican Street Corn Salad

This Mexican street corn salad with chipotle dressing makes such a great BBQ side! It's spicy, tangy, and super easy to make. Plus, it's entirely vegan and gluten-free.

5 from 4 votes

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