Picnic & Potluck Favorites to Bring This Season 🧺☀️



Hi, Reader,

Picnic season is here, and that means it’s time for easy, crowd-pleasing dishes that are perfect for sharing. Whether you’re heading to a backyard BBQ, packing up lunch for the park, or bringing a side dish to your next gathering, these fresh plant-based favorites are ready to come along for the ride.

Here are a few of my favorite salads and sides for all your spring and summer get-togethers:

🥗 Pepperoncini Pasta Salad
Tangy, zesty, and packed with bold flavor—this vibrant pasta salad is always a hit at picnics and potlucks.

🥄 Easy Vegan Macaroni Salad
Creamy, classic, and made for sharing—this plant-based take on a cookout favorite belongs at every summer table.

🥔 Roasted Red Potato Salad
Tender roasted potatoes tossed in a flavorful dressing make this simple side anything but ordinary.

🌿 Dill Lime Quinoa Salad
Fresh herbs, bright lime, and fluffy quinoa come together in this light and refreshing make-ahead favorite.

🥒 Raw Veggie Chopped Salad
Crunchy, colorful, and loaded with fresh veggies—this one brings the freshness to any spread.

🍴Kidney Bean Salad
Simple, hearty, and full of flavor, this easy bean salad is a budget-friendly classic that gets better as it sits.

Whether you're hosting, heading out, or just eating outdoors whenever you can, I hope these recipes make your gatherings extra delicious.

Enjoy!

Want more plant-based, easy family recipes?

My cookbooks are available online and everywhere books are sold.

The Meatless Monday Family Cookbook

The Meat-Free Kitchen

Plant-Based Diet Cookbook for Dummies

Super Simple Plant-Based Recipes for Beginners

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