9 Vegetarian Grilling Recipes to Inspire Your Next Cookout

Transform classic deviled eggs by adding a spike of Jack Daniel’s to the yolk mixture and perfuming them with Jack Daniel’s Whiskey Barrel chips. The creamy, boozy, and smokey combination makes a great starter.

There’s a reason grilled veggies always make it on vegetarian grilling menus—they’re simple and  delicious. Fresh veggies don’t require a big fuss, a generous drizzle of olive oil, a squeeze of lemon, and a bit of garlic will do. Grill up a big side of veggies after a haul at the farmer’s market or to clear out your kitchen at the end of the week.

We’ve got three words: finger-licking good. Elote, or Mexican street corn, is just as beautiful as it is tasty. This recipe uses dairy-free cotija cheese and pinot-based mayonnaise to make it vegan friendly. Top with jalapenos, cayenne, and a squeeze of lime and serve with a pitcher of margs.

Elevate your summer salad with thick, crunchy pieces of romaine quickly grilled over medium-high heat and drizzled with a pine nut vinaigrette. The chary grill marks on the romaine contrasted with the creamy dressing will call you back for more.

Pair the summer flavors of watermelon and basil with fried shallots for an unforgettable sweet and savory combination. Grilling the watermelon is a low-effort way to heighten the flavor and texture of the salad without adding more ingredients.

Pasta salad can turn grilled veggies from a side to a meal. We don’t think it gets much better than homemade pesto and summer vegetables. This recipe uses yellow squash, but any summer squash will do.

Take pizza night outside! Top with marinara sauce, Alpine cheddar, and chopped fresh basil to make a light, crispy pizza that’s perfect for summer nights. We think these simple ingredients speak for themselves, but we have plenty of inspiration to please all of the pizza lovers at your table. Forget the burgers and hotdogs, and have a pizza bar at your next cookout. 

We’ve all had a veggie burger that didn’t satisfy, which is why we created the portobello feast burger. It’s hearty and delicious, but the best part is the homemade garlic aioli. We like to top ours with tomato, spinach, and mozzarella.

Homemade ricotta topped with juicy, seared peaches is the perfect dish to top off a night of vegetarian grilling. We like to use peaches, but go for whatever stone fruit is freshest at the market. If you need to save time, you can use store-bought ricotta instead of making your own.