Contents:

• What can you replace pork neck with on the grill?
• Which toppings to bring to a vegan barbecue
• How to prepare delicious vegan skewers
• Pastes and sauces for grilled vegetables
• Don’t limit yourself!

Grilling has been a part of humankind's life since prehistoric times, although it has existed in a slightly modified form and is unlikely to have taken place in caves. This method of heat-treating food is known by many names and forms. In the 21st century, electric, gas, and charcoal grills are available to us. Traditionally, such a feast is associated with pork neck and sausage, but the more popular vegan diets become, the more firmly the vegan grill will become ingrained in our consciousness. How do you prepare vegan dishes for the grill? What is a vegetable grill, and what can you do to keep it from becoming boring? In this article, you'll learn which vegetables can be put on the grill.

What can you replace pork neck with on the grill?

If you're just starting your plant-based diet, want to cut down on meat, or are simply looking for something a little different, seitan and tofu are great for a vegetable barbecue. Both products can be bought ready-made and seasoned, but if you enjoy cooking and value your tried-and-true favorite flavors, make your own marinades. You can use maple syrup, soy sauce , garlic, various herbs and spices, prunes, olive oil , ginger, or chili. Marinating can take all night or several hours, depending on how much time you have. To help the tofu absorb all the flavors, it's best to freeze it beforehand. Once thawed and drained of unnecessary liquid, it takes on a spongy, absorbent texture.

Which toppings to bring to a vegan barbecue

Gluten-free, wheat, rye, or buckwheat—bread is a must-have for grills. Before placing the slices on the grill, add a little of your favorite olive oil and rub the top with a clove of garlic. The croutons will be crispy and aromatic, and for a cheesy flavor, you can sprinkle them with inactive nutritional yeast. Let's not forget potatoes and sweet potatoes, which can be treated in the same way, but make sure they are well baked. It's also worth paying attention to the presence of raw vegetables in the form of salads and salads. A tried-and-true classic is a simple garden salad with plenty of other greens—dill, radish leaves, or parsley—with a light dressing of vegetable yogurt, lemon juice , salt, and pepper. It doesn't hurt to add some chickpeas or lentils to such a vitamin bomb.

How to prepare delicious vegan skewers

Long skewers can be filled with anything that can stay on them—vegetables such as cauliflower, zucchini, peppers , onions, and beets; protein in the form of tofu or tempeh; mushrooms such as button or oyster mushrooms; and fruit such as plums, strawberries, or pineapple. The ingredients for the skewers can be drizzled with olive oil beforehand and seasoned as desired, for example, with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and herbs.

Pastes and sauces for grilled vegetables

Remember that vegan grilled dishes should not only offer you unique flavors but also the right amount of protein. If for some reason you don't like tofu or suffer from gluten intolerance, seitan isn't for you. Combine grilled vegetables with homemade hummus. You can add sun-dried tomatoes or hot peppers, and even cold-pressed black cumin oil. Sauces are also a must, such as vegetable tzatziki, aquafaba mayonnaise, or standard fare like mustard and ketchup.

Don’t limit yourself!

Grilling vegetables is a fantastic opportunity to try something new we've never tried before. A vegan diet allows for experimentation, so try grilling cabbage and baby carrots. As you can see, summer grilling doesn't have to be associated only with meat.