20 Plant-Based Recipes for Labor Day Weekend (2024)

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20 Plant-Based Recipes for Labor Day Weekend (1)

While it’s always a little sad to see summer go, September marks fall in the Pacific Northwest! Fall is my favorite time of year and has me craving all the cozy things like pie, matcha lattes, and chili galore.

But before we say farewell to summer, it’s time for Labor Day weekend festivities. Gear up for the last big party of the summer with this round-up! Enjoy potluck-friendly salads and side dishes, grilling recipes and a handful of desserts.

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Roasted Jalapeño Hummus

Super creamy roasted jalapeño hummus with simple, wholesome ingredients. Creamy, savory, and subtly spiced.

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Easy Red Salsa

Easy, 10-minute red salsa with smoky, fire-roasted tomatoes, onion, cilantro, garlic, and fresh lime juice! Flavorful, fresh, and perfect for Mexican night!

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Smoky Harissa Eggplant Dip

9-ingredient savory eggplant dip with smoked paprika and spicy harissa paste. A subtly spiced dip loaded with flavor and nutrients. The perfect side dish or appetizer.

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Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pinwheels

Amazing, flavorful Sun-Dried Tomato and Basil Pinwheels that come together in 15 minutes with 8 ingredients. The perfect crowd-pleasing summer appetizer.

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1-Pot BBQ Baked Beans

Saucy, smoky BBQ pinto beans simmered in 1 pot in a rich sauce of spices, tomato paste, mustard, and coconut sugar. A healthier take on this classic dish!

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Grilled Corn with Sriracha Aioli

Perfect grilled corn with a savory, spicy sriracha aioli. The perfect summer side dish or snack. 10 ingredients, vegan, and gluten-free.

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Grilled Corn & Zucchini Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette

An amazing, light summer dish: 30-minute Grilled Zucchini & Corn Salad with sun-dried tomato vinaigrette! Top with roasted chickpeas for even more protein.

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Summer Tomato & Cantaloupe Salad

A summery, 10-ingredient melon salad with cantaloupe and mint tossed in lime juice, paired with cucumber, tomatoes, and onion tossed in a light vinaigrette. Refreshing, fiber-rich, and so delicious.

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Loaded Kale Salad

Healthy and delicious loaded kale salad with quinoa, roasted and fresh vegetables, avocado, and a creamy tahini dressing! Just 10 ingredients required.

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Simple French-Style Potato Salad

A simple take on potato salad with fresh herbs, onion, and a light mustard vinaigrette. The perfect plant-based side for cookouts, sandwiches, and more!

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Easy Vegan Coleslaw

A vegan take on classic coleslaw salad made with 10 simple ingredients! Easy, crunchy, fresh, tangy, and the perfect side for BBQs, sandwiches, and more!

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Roasted Vegetable Salad with Magic Green Sauce

30-minute, colorful roasted vegetable salad over greens with macadamia nut cheese and chimichurri-inspired dressing! A satisfying plant-based meal or side!

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Quinoa & Vegetable Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms

Quinoa, black bean, and vegetable stuffed portobello mushrooms with magic green sauce! A hearty, wholesome 30-minute plant-based meal.

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Veggie Skewers with Magic Green Sauce

Colorful, 30-minute veggie skewers grilled to perfection and served with a chimichurri-inspired sauce! The perfect plant-based side or main for summertime BBQs.

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Curried Quinoa Chickpea Burgers

Easy to make, perfectly tender, 10-ingredient chickpea burgers infused with the flavors of curry. The perfect plant-based, gluten-free entrée for Indian night and beyond!

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Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger

Amazing sweet potato black bean burgers bulked up with brown rice and seasoned with smoky cumin and paprika. Sweet, tender, flavorful, so healthy and delicious.

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Simple Blackberry Cobbler (Vegan + GF)

A simple, healthier blackberry cobbler made in just 1 bowl! Naturally sweetened blackberries and a crumbly gluten-free oat topping send this dish over the top. Perfect with coconut whipped cream or dairy-free ice cream.

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Grain-Free Berry Crisp

Vegan berry crisp with 3 types of berries. It's naturally sweetened with crispy, grain-free topping! The perfect plant-based, gluten-free summer dessert!

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Fudgy Vegan Brownie Cookies

Super fudgy vegan brownie cookies that are tender on the inside, crisp on the outside, and reminiscent of a brownie! Just 10 ingredients required for these naturally sweetened gluten- and grain-free treats!

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Gluten-Free Strawberry Nectarine Crisp

A 7-ingredient, gluten-free crisp made with strawberries and nectarines. Oaty, hearty, flour-free, and perfect alongside vanilla ice cream. Summer dessert at its finest.

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If you give any of these recipes a try, let us know! Leave a comment, or take a picture and tag it#minimalistbakeron Instagram. Happy Labor Day, Friends!

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  1. Karen says

    Can’t wait to try the quinoa stuffed portabello!! Love your site!!!

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