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27 Delicious Vegan Picnic Ideas You Need to Try

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There’s nothing better than a vegan picnic on a warm, sunny afternoon. Here’s how to picnic in harmony with the environment and with your appetite.

Vegan picnics are colorful, full of flavor and textures, and can highlight your culinary skills to your friends and family. With something for everyone, our 21 vegan picnic recipe ideas are bursting with goodness.

As more and more of us are trying to lower our environmental impact, we can also look to ways to minimize pressure on our planet. It also works out cheaper in the long run.

Make It Zero Waste

It can be easy to rustle up a zero-waste picnic. Try a few of these tips:

  • Take your own cups and glasses wrapped in a tea towel (or keep a hamper filled with everything you need).
  • Take your own plates and dishes. Paper plates create a lot of waste, and you often have to worry about them blowing away.
  • Bring your own cutlery, too — no need for single-use plastic.
  • Flasks and stainless steel bottles are good for transporting drinks and keeping things cool or hot.
  • Ditch the straws. If this is not viable, you can opt for bamboo straws, a good alternative to plastic. 
  • Cloth napkins are reusable and bring a touch of sophistication to your picnic.
  • Bring your own bags for removing waste — mind you, with these delicious recipe ideas, there may not be much left.

7 Vegan Picnic Drinks

Make sure to stay hydrated in high temperatures.
Make sure to stay hydrated in high temperatures.
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You definitely don’t want to get dehydrated on a hot day so make sure you pack enough drinks for everyone. From green juice to a cheeky elderflower gin, here are some ideas to cool you down and enjoy your hazy day.

8 Vegan Picnic Appetizers and Sharing Plates

Hummus is one of the most versatile vegan picnic ideas — top it with fried mushrooms, crispy chickpeas, or a spoonful of sriracaha.
Hummus is one of the most versatile vegan picnic ideas — top it with fried mushrooms, crispy chickpeas, or a spoonful of sriracaha.
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Whether you’re having a picnic potluck or prepping the whole thing yourself, these picnic ideas are a great way to kick things off.

  • Vegan deviled eggs: Try a vegan twist on the party staple
  • Veggie sausages: Got a grill? These sausages are a crowd-pleaser.
  • Vegan corn dog recipes: Make your vegan hot dogs fancy by turning them into corn dogs.
  • Looking for a creative slant on your picnic sausages? Make them into corn dogs with our .
  • Wild garlic pizza: Who doesn’t like cold pizza? Pizza is great served cold. Pre-slice it, so you have individual portions ready.
  • Vegan pâté: Mushrooms give this an umami flavor.
  • Homemade hummus: Top your hummus with your favorite add-ons: crispy chickpeas, fried mushrooms, sriracha, or olive oil and seeds.
  • Falafel: Make extra-small falafel balls as an easy starter.
  • Vegan piccalilli: Piccalilli adds a crunchy, sour element to your picnic.

6 Vegan Picnic Salads and Sandwiches

Dress up your vegan picnic salads.
Dress up your vegan picnic salads.
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Easy-to-make and fresh, a good salad is a must for any picnic. Salads don’t have to be bland — there are plenty of alternatives to lettuce and tomatoes. Get playful with your fruits and veggies.

6 Baked Goods and Desserts

A slice of pie or a peanut butter cup make a great vegan picnic dessert.
A slice of pie or a peanut butter cup make a great vegan picnic dessert.
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After all that, you may not have room for dessert, but if you crave a sweet treat, here are some game-changing finales.

Enjoy your picnic!

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