How to Cook Up a Meat-less Meal on the Grill

You invite friends over for a barbecue, but you find out that some of them are vegetarians. You want your vegetarian friends to enjoy the food as much as your meat lover friends, but you don’t know how to make that happen. Don’t worry! Barbecuing without meat is simple. You just need to keep these few guidelines in mind and have the right ingredients.

Set up the Grill

If your meal is a mix of meat and vegetarian dishes, make sure to clean the barbecue grill thoroughly before cooking the vegetarian food.

In fact, many vegetarians prefer that absolutely no meat residue touches their food, which is quite understandable.

If your barbecue is big enough, you can designate a section of the grill exclusively for the vegetarian dishes.

Deep clean your grill with a wire brush, then oil it using a paper towel soaked in oil.

Read the instructions

Pre-made vegetarian patties and sausages are available in stores. Make sure you read all the instructions on the package. Some of these foods simply cannot be cooked on the barbecue.

Also, remember that these burgers won’t cook the same way meat does since they contain much less fat. Therefore, it’s so important to properly oil the grill before cooking them.

Seafood and Vegetables

Fish and Seafood

 Many vegetarians eat fish and seafood. Ask your friends if they do.

Grilling fish on a bed of lemon slices is always a winning recipe, and shrimp skewers basted with garlic butter are a true delight.

Bean Burgers

Veggie burgers often have the reputation of being dry and crumbly.

Here is the solution to this problem. This veggie burger does not fall apart and tastes delicious. This recipe from hurrythefoodup.com makes 8 servings and is a guaranteed success with your vegetarian friends.

Ingredients:

  • ½ cup rolled oats
  • 2 eggs (replace the eggs with 2 tbsp flaxseeds mixed with 6 tbsp hot water to make it a vegan recipe)
  • 1 can (425g) black beans
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 ½ tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ medium-sized red onion
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes in oil
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

  • Rinse the beans and mash them up with a fork.
  • Dice the onion and tomatoes and add them to the beans.
  • Add the oats, eggs, salt, cumin, paprika, and olive oil. Mix well.
  • Add a small amount of breadcrumb while mixing. Keep going until the mix is tough. You don’t need to use all the breadcrumbs.
  • Wet your hands a little bit and shape your patties.
  • Grill both on both sides for about 5 minutes each while flipping them occasionally. Serve with your favorite condiments.

Corn

Corn cobs are delicious when drilled directly on the barbecue. Here is a recipe from seededatthetable.com to spice up your grilled corn.

Corn

  • Preheat your barbecue between 350oF and 450oF (177oC and 232oC).
  • Place 5 peeled corn cobs directly on the grill. Close the top and let them cook for 10 to 15 minutes while flipping them often until the kernels are slightly brown.

Spread

Mix in a bowl:

  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • ¼ tsp garlic salt
  • Lime juice (1 lime)

Toppings

Mix in a second bowl:

  • ¼ cup Cotija cheese (you can also use Parmesan, feta or queso fresco cheese)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (or chili powder if you want a spicier recipe)
  • Chopped coriander (optional)

When the corn is cooked, take it off the grill. Spread the yogurt/mayonnaise mixture on each cob and sprinkle toppings over it.

Tofu

Tofu is delicious and easy to cook on the barbecue. Because of its low fat content, it easily sticks to the grill. As we’ve mentioned earlier in this article, it is important to oil the barbecue grill before cooking.

Use firm or extra-firm tofu. Press the tofu before cooking it to extract as much water as possible, which makes the cooking process easier. Make sure your tofu pieces are big enough, especially if you’re making skewers.

Marinate the tofu for about 30 minutes before grilling it. Cook it for 6 to 7 minutes on each side, until the outside is nicely grilled and crisp.

Cheese

 Did you know that you can grill cheese? Of course, we’re not talking about mozzarella or cheddar cheese, which would ruin your barbecue. Some cheeses are suited for the grill, like halloumi and paneer cheese.

To grill this type of cheese, preheat your barbecue to medium heat. Slice the cheese in ½ inch slices and brush each side with a bit of olive oil. Cook them directly on the grill for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, until they are browned and slightly crisp.

Drizzle the cheese with a bit of lemon juice and fresh herbs and serve with grilled pita bread.

Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are perfect for the barbecue. Here are a few ideas to try out.

In a bowl, soak asparagus in a bit of oil and salt. Cook them directly on the grill for about 7 minutes.

Slice pineapples or apples, sprinkle the slices with cinnamon and sugar, and grill them.

Make vegetable skewers and grill them. Marinate them beforehand, or simply baste them with your favorite sauce while cooking. Add different flavors to your skewers by inserting mushrooms, tofu, fruit, or halloumi cheese between the veggies.

Bon Appetit

After all these tempting ideas, you’ll want to try them out even if you are not a vegetarian. So, start your fires, put your aprons on, and get grilling!

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Auburn, AL

Top Hat Chimney Sweeps
1280 Financial Ct.
Auburn, AL 36830

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Elk Grove, CA

Custom Fireside Shops
9097 Elk Grove Blvd.
Elk Grove, CA 95624

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Sacramento, CA

Custom Fireside Shops
5455 Auburn Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95841

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Durango, CO

Durango Outdoor Living
140 Rock Point Drive
Durango, CO 81301

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Durango, CO

Four Corner Stoves & Spas
3001 Main Avenue
Durango, CO 81301

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Grand Junction, CO

Stove Depot and Chimney Works
330 North Ave.
Grand Junction, CO 81501

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New London, CT

Family Hearth and Patio LLC
571 Broad Street
New London, CT 06320

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Ridgefield, CT

Yankee Doodle, Inc.
71 Ethan Allen Highway
Ridgefield, CT 06877

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Dover, DE

Byler's Stove Shoppe Inc.
1368b Rose Valley School Rd.
Dover, DE 19904

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Destin, FL

Doodlebuggers Service Network
36054 Emerald Coast Parkway
Destin, FL 32541

Bettendorf, IA

Fireplaces Plus, Inc.
1745 State Street
Bettendorf, IA 52722

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Post Falls, ID

Quality Stoves & Home Furnishings
569 N Syringa St
Post Falls, ID 83854

Rockford, IL

Advanced Chimney Systems, Inc.
3486 Lonergan Drive
Rockford, IL 61109

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Wauconda, IL

Grass Roots Energy, Inc.
28751 N Route 12
Wauconda, IL 60084

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Evansville, IN

Firemaster, Inc.
5300 E Morgan Avenue
Evansville, IN 47715

Jeffersonville, IN

Olde Towne Chimney & Fireplace Sales
915 Nachand Ln
Jeffersonville, IN 47130

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Overland Park, KS

Kansas City Fireplace Center
10470 Metcalf Avenue
Overland Park, KS 66212

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Erlanger, KY

TateBuilder's Supply, LLC
3511 Dixie Highway
Erlanger, KY 41018

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Littleton, MA

Woodstove, Fireplace and Patio Shop, Inc.
60 White Street
Littleton, MA 01460

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Seekonk, MA

The Fireplace Showcase
775 Fall River Ave
Seekonk, MA 02771

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Sudbury, MA

Woodstove, Fireplace and Patio Shop, Inc.
348 Boston Post Road
Sudbury, MA 01776

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Duluth, MN

Duluth Stove & Fireplace
2431 W Superior Street
Duluth, MN 55806

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Minneapolis, MN

Woodland Stoves & Fireplaces
2901 Franklin Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55406

Oakdale, MN

Energy Savers of Minnesota
6298 Highway 36 Blvd N
Oakdale, MN 55128

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Rochester, MN

Brekke Fireplace Shoppe
1904 S. Broadway
Rochester, MN 55904

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Walker, MN

Wilkening Fireplace Company
9608 State 371 NW
Walker, MN 56484

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Fargo, ND

Home Heating, Plumbing & A/C Inc.
701 28th Street South
Fargo, ND 58103

Omaha, NE

Fireplace By Design
13913 R Plaza
Omaha, NE 68137

Epping, NH

The Stove Shoppe
285, Calef Highway Rte. 125
Epping, NH 03042

Windham, NH

The Stove Shoppe
25 Indian Rock Road
Windham, NH 03087

Hamilton, NJ

Bowden's Fireside - Hearth & Home
1731 Nottingham Way
Hamilton, NJ 08619

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Voorhees, NJ

Rettinger Fireplace Systems, Inc.
476 Centennial Blvd
Voorhees, NJ 08043

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St. Henry, OH

Buschur's Refrigeration, Inc.
541 N Eastern Avenue
St. Henry, OH 45883

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Media, PA

Chimney Cricket
101 State Road
Media, PA 19063

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Rapid City, SD

Hebron Brick Company
1543 Deadwood Ave
Rapid City, SD 57709

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Sioux Falls, SD

Hebron Brick Company
2211 W. 50th Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105-6525

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Vermillion, SD

Kalin's Indoor Comfort Inc.
710 Cottage Avenue
Vermillion, SD 57069

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Manassas, VA

Winston's Chimney Service
11301 Industrial Road
Manassas, VA 20109

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Barre, VT

Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop
1284 US Rte, 302 Ste 10
Barre, VT 05641-2317

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Bennington, VT

Friends of The Sun
126 Hicks Avenue
Bennington, VT 05201

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Manchester, VT

Friends of The Sun
159 Depot Street
Manchester, VT 05255

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Shelburne, VT

Chimney Sweep Fireplace Shop
3113 Shelburne Road
Shelburne, VT 05482

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White River Jnct, VT

Home Comfort of New England
1255 VA Cut Off Road
White River Jnct, VT 05001

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Burlington, WI

Burlington Fireplace & Heating LLC
857 Milwaukee Ave.
Burlington, WI 53105

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Madison, WI

Top Hat
5117 Verona Rd
Madison, WI 53711

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Morgantown, WV

Rustic By Design
709 Beechurst Ave. Suite 15
Morgantown, WV 26505

Laramie, WY

High Country Stoves & Fireplaces
860 N. 3rd Street
Laramie, WY 82072


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