Skip going to the butcher for this weekend's BBQ, and lighten things up with a variety-packed, meatless menu! Just call a few friends over, and dine alfresco with a delicious and satisfying vegetarian dinner that meat lovers will enjoy, too.
Sides
Herbed brown rice salad
Lemon juice, honey and fresh herbs really make this salad pop; it's light, colourful and so good – a new summer classic.
Grilled eggplant salad Treat yourself to the sweet-smoky earthiness of grilled eggplant. This salad is an excellent complement to any grilled main.
Main
Tofu and black bean burger
Filling, delicious and topped with crisp veggies and aromatic herbs – everyone at the table will enjoy it!
Dessert
Vanilla cake with summer fruit
Tasty summer fruit dazzles atop this easy but pretty vanilla cake.
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