Vegetarian barbecues don't have to be boring—quite the opposite! This BBQ menu proves that meat-free barbecues can be not only delicious, but also creative, colorful, and full of wow factors. Ideal for guests you want to impress—or simply to celebrate yourself.
🍴Main courses for your vegetarian BBQ
Grilled eggplant rolls with ricotta, lemon & mint
Ingredients for 4 people:
2 eggplants, thinly sliced lengthwise
250 g ricotta
1 tsp lemon zest + 1 tbsp lemon juice
Fresh mint (finely chopped)
olive oil, salt, pepper, chili flakes
Preparation:
Salt the eggplant slices, let them stand for 15 minutes, and pat them dry.
Grill on both sides.
Mix ricotta with lemon, mint, salt & pepper.
Fill the eggplants, roll them up, secure them with toothpicks, and grill them briefly.
Tip: A dollop of yogurt with pomegranate seeds goes well with this!
Serving tip:
Arrange the rolls staggered on a large wooden platter. Drizzle with olive oil, garnish with some lemon zest, and fresh mint leaves.
Product recommendation:
Cutting board made of solid rubber – as a rustic serving plate
Pepper mill “Legacy” Black – for the final twist directly at the table
BBQ cauliflower steaks with harissa yogurt
Ingredients:
1 large cauliflower in thick slices (approx. 2 cm)
3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp paprika powder, salt, pepper
For the yogurt dip:
200 g Greek yogurt or vegan substitute
1 tbsp harissa
1 tsp lemon juice
Fresh herbs of your choice
Preparation:
Brush cauliflower with spiced oil.
Grill for 5-6 minutes per side.
Mix the yogurt dip and serve with it.
This looks great and tastes wonderfully oriental!
Serving tip:
A steak in the center of a dark plate, a dollop of harissa yogurt next to it, spooned halfway over the steak. Garnish with roasted chickpeas and fresh herbs.
Product recommendation:
HOTTY Fire Pan – for direct serving from the grill to the table
Porcelain serving bowls – for stylish portioning of the dip
Olive cutting board small – for bread or side dishes
🥗 Side dishes that conquer the table
Grilled sweet potato salad with feta & pomegranate
Ingredients:
2 sweet potatoes, sliced
100 g feta (or vegan alternative)
1 handful of pomegranate seeds
Arugula, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper
Preparation:
Grill sweet potato slices and cut into pieces.
Mix with arugula, feta and pomegranate.
Pour the oil and balsamic vinegar dressing over it.
Serving tip:
Serve in a large bowl , lightly tossing with a fork. Finally, sprinkle pomegranate seeds, arugula, and feta cheese loosely on top.
Grilled corn with lime butter & chili salt
Ingredients:
4 corn cobs
50 g butter
1 organic lime (zest & juice)
1 pinch of chili salt
Preparation:
Grill corn on the cob for about 15 minutes.
Mix butter with lime and chili salt.
Spread on hot corn just before serving.
Serving tip:
Halve the corn cobs and insert small wooden skewers into them. Serve on a dark board or in a grill pan. Spoon the lime butter into a small bowl next to it.
Product recommendation:
HOTTY Halo – as a presentation tray with a wow effect
Salt & Pepper Mill Duo – Table spices with a noble look
Olive Board Halo cutting board – ideal for several cobs at once
🍹 Suitable drinks for your meat-free barbecue
Summery Melon Fizz (alcohol-free or with gin)
Ingredients:
300 g watermelon, diced
200 ml sparkling water
Juice of one lime
Optional: 4 cl Gin
Ice cubes, fresh mint
Preparation:
Puree the melon and pass it through a sieve.
Top up with lime juice and sparkling water.
Add ice, mint, and gin if you like – cheers!
Rosemary-Lemon Iced Tea
Ingredients:
1 l black tea
1 lemon (sliced)
2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup
Preparation:
Boil the tea and let it cool.
Place in the refrigerator with honey, lemon and rosemary.
Add ice cubes – your BBQ iced tea is ready!
Serving tip:
Serve in glasses with ice and mint. For a BBQ flair, serve in a mason jar or in small carafes on a wooden board with fresh lemons next to it.
Product recommendation:
Tray Halo (still needs to be developed ; ) – as a tray for drinks & decorative ingredients
🍋 Combination tip: Add a few limes, herbs & ice cream scoops – for look & taste
Conclusion: Vegetarian grilling like a pro
These recipes prove: A vegetarian BBQ can be absolutely sophisticated, filling, and surprisingly versatile . Whether it's oriental eggplant rolls, spicy cauliflower steaks, or sweet and savory side dishes, there's something for every taste.
