Top 5 ideas for an unforgettable meat-free barbecue this summer!

Did you think barbecues are only for meat lovers? Think again! Here are our 5 best ideas for a meatless barbecue that will satisfy all foodies this summer.

1. Vegetable and Tofu Skewers

Grilling tofu can transform it into a crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside delight. Try marinating it in soy sauce, ginger, garlic and sesame oil before grilling it on skewers with vegetables like peppers, onions and mushrooms.

Ingredients :

• 200g firm tofu
• 1 red pepper
• 1 yellow pepper
• 1 red onion
• 200g button mushrooms
• 3 tablespoons of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped

Preparation :

1. Cut the tofu and vegetables into equal-sized cubes.
2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger and garlic to create a marinade.
3. Add the tofu and vegetables to the marinade and leave to marinate for at least an hour.
4. Thread the tofu and vegetables onto skewers and grill on the barbecue until nicely browned.

2. Vegetarian Burgers

There are tons of veggie burger recipes that can be grilled to perfection on a barbecue. Try patties made with black beans, quinoa or lentils and top them with lettuce, tomatoes, onions and your favorite sauce.

Ingredients :

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 red onion
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon of breadcrumbs
• Salt and pepper
• Toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomato, onion, etc.)

Preparation :

1. In a blender, combine black beans, onion, garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper. Mix until you obtain a homogeneous consistency.
2. Form the mixture into patties of the size of your choice.
3. Grill the patties on the barbecue until they are nicely browned on each side.
4. Serve the burgers with the toppings of your choice.

3. Grilled Corn on the Cob

Nothing beats the simplicity of a grilled corn on the cob. To make it even better, try brushing it with a mixture of melted butter, chopped garlic, lemon juice and parsley before grilling.

Ingredients :

• 4 ears of corn
• 50g butter
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
• Juice of a lemon
• Chopped parsley

Preparation :

1. Melt the butter and mix it with the garlic, lemon juice and parsley.
2. Brush the corn cobs with the butter mixture.
3. Grill the corn cobs on the barbecue, turning regularly, until they are nicely browned on all sides.

4. Grilled Portobello

Portobello mushrooms are perfect for grilling because of their size and texture. Marinate them in a mixture of balsamic vinaigrette, garlic and thyme before grilling for a delicious and satisfying dish.

Ingredients :

• 4 large Portobello mushrooms
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinaigrette
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon of thyme

Preparation :

1. Mix balsamic vinaigrette, garlic and thyme in a bowl to create a marinade.
2. Brush the Portobello mushrooms with the marinade and let them marinate for at least an hour.
3. Grill the mushrooms on the barbecue until nicely browned.

5. Barbecue Pizza

What if you tried a pizza on the grill? Prepare your favorite pizza dough, add sauce, cheese and your favorite toppings, then cook directly on the grill for a crispy, smoky pizza.

Ingredients :

• 1 pizza dough
• 1/2 cup tomato sauce
• 2 cups grated cheese
• Toppings of your choice (olives, mushrooms, peppers, etc.)

Preparation :

1. Roll out the pizza dough and brush it with tomato sauce.
2. Sprinkle cheese over sauce and add toppings of your choice.
3. Cook the pizza directly on the barbecue grill until the dough is crispy and the cheese melts.

I hope you enjoy these meatless recipes for your next barbecue!