Summer Kickoff | Best Vegan Memorial Day Recipes

Get access to these tasty plant based meal plans.

By Team Dirty

May 24, 2024

Summer Kickoff is a whole food plant based meal plan with the best vegan Memorial Day recipes to kick off the summer season. Even your neighbor, Naked Tom, will love our Dirty spin on cookout favs. Plus, there’s a fabulous bonus dessert recipe that’s not to be missed. Check out what’s on the menu and get excited for a week of vibrant flavors and nourishing meals!

Each Plant Fueled Life meal plan contains

A detailed grocery list. An interactive list broken down by department, so no more aimless wandering through the grocery store.
An optional prep list. This step-by-step list guides you through pre-cooking tasks, meaning less chaos in the kitchen and more confidence.
Batching directions. Our easy-to-follow batching instructions will help you efficiently prepare your meals’ base components, meaning the bulk of the cooking for the week is done.
Meal night directions. Simple instructions ensure every dish is plated to perfection, ready to tantalize your taste buds.

Gourmet Plant Based Meal Plan

Sweet Smoky Whole Food Plant Based BBQ Tofu Steaks with Greek Potato Salad and Dill Pickles

Looking for a creative summer meal? Look no further than Sweet & Smoky BBQ Tofu Steaks with Greek Potato Salad and Dill Pickles. This sweet, smoky, savory, and tangy meal is sure to hit all the spots.

“The potato salad is now my go-to summer BBQ side dish. So yummy. The tofu is great too and pairs well with the potato salad.”
Heidi, Plant Fueled Life member

Black beans, red onion, bell pepper, and walnuts give our Smoky Bean Burgers incredible flavor and texture. Our unique corn and cauliflower salad, with its massive crunch, makes this perfect for a summer barbecue meal.

“This one is delicious! The salad would be wonderful at any gathering, everyone will love it!”
Karen, Plant Fueled Life member

The Over-the-Top Broccoli Raisin Salad is anything but ordinary! With crunchy broccoli, sweet raisins, and a mix of other fresh veggies, grains, and tofu, it’s a tasty way to get your greens.

“Love this salad! Perfect summer meal.”
Valarie, Plant Fueled Life member

Our Speedy Summer Pasta Skillet with Tomatoes, Spinach and Zucchini is a quick and easy pasta dish bursting with summer flavors. You can have it on the table faster than you can ask, “What’s for dinner?”

“When I was putting the sauce ingredients together I was a bit skeptical but it just magically comes together. Very flavorful and different. Love all the veggies and comes together quickly.”
Laura Spinosi, Plant Fueled Life member

The Black Bean BBQ Bowl is a perfectly simple and satisfying way to end the week. Farro, corn, black beans, and tomatoes are kicked up a notch when doused with Black Cherry BBQ Sauce and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro.

Don’t miss the Strawberry Shortcake with Lemon Cashew Cream bonus recipe! With light, fluffy shortcakes stuffed with juicy strawberry filling and drizzled with lemony cream, this dessert screams summer fun.

“This was delicious!!”
Carrie, Plant Fueled Life member

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Simple Summer Kickoff

Busy summer weeks are no match for Simple Summer Kickoff, a streamlined meal plan designed for maximum flavor and efficiency. Get incredible meals like Mediterranean Island Burgers and Strawberries on the table fast and still have time for all the summer activities!

BBQ Sweet Potato Steaks over Wild Rice
Mediterranean Island Burgers and Strawberries
Summer Sunshine Salad
Speedy Summer Pasta Skillet with Tomatoes, Spinach and Zucchini
Island Sweetie Sandwich

Kickoff your journey to eating more plants

Are you ready to enjoy a week of plant-based goodness that’s oil-free and packed with flavor? Sign up for a free trial to Plant Fueled Life today and find hundreds of meal plans like this waiting for you. Your taste buds will thank you, and your body will too! 🌱