Catering a Memorial Day Barbecue for Vegetarians

The Memorial Day Weekend is a fabulous occasion for getting together with family and friends. Many people mark this official gateway to summer with a barbeque. Nothing tastes better than the first barbecue of summer (or whatever number you are at).

There is no reason why everyone can’t enjoy a Memorial Day Weekend barbecue, vegetarians and carnivores alike. If you are catering to vegetarians this Memorial Day, here are some tasty ideas to consider to make your event fantastic for everyone.

Burgers and Sliders

How can there be a barbecue without burgers and sliders? That’s like summer without heat! So here are some vegetarian ideas for you to explore:

• Spice up your regular veggie burgers with special toppings to whet the appetite. For instance, make an exciting cold slaw or barbecue sauce to deliver a whole new sensation in veggie burger. Also, try baking the burgers before grilling them, because they will be much sturdier and absorb grill marks more easily.
• Create your own veggie burgers with special combinations of vegetables and toppings. For instance, consider making a red lentil and cauliflower burger, adding grilled onions to top it off. Or what about a butternut squash and black bean burger with some spicy mustard or mayo.

There are lots of possible combinations, and I encourage you to explore them.

Appetizers and Sides

These are a great part of any barbecue, and can be enjoyed with beer and other libations as the grill warms up. People often keep going back for them, even after they have their main course, so you never want to skimp on your appetizers and sides.

• Fresh guacamole is a favorite with everyone. Think about making your own with red onion, cilantro, and tomato. And make a lot because everyone will want some, then more!
• Grilled vegetables are great at any time, before, during, and even after the meal. If you like spicy, consider grilling some spicy peppers. Or if you prefer mild, grill regular peppers and zucchini. Or if you prefer something a little more unusual, how about brussels sprouts? You might also consider putting vegetables on skewers and making vegetable kabobs. Don’t forget to brush oil on your vegetables to get a deep grilled flavor.

Salads

Salads are vital for providing balance to your meal. Using fruit in salad is a great way to add excitement and sweetness, as well as celebrate the change of season.

Have you considered mango avocado salad? A brussels sprout tangerine salad with Israeli couscous? Or a rainbow salad, with a range of different summer vegetables and fruit mixed together with quinoa? There is no end to combinations.

Jerry’s Kitchen is great evidence that catering exciting vegetarian food for Doylestown, Malvern, and the rest of our region will endear you to everyone’s palate. Why not give it a try?

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Vegan Richa
Jerry James Stone