71 vegan picnic recipes

This vegan pasta salad is packed with flavour thanks to the zesty soy and ginger dressing. Serve for a lighter summer lunch or as part of a picnic spread

Pair our seeded soda bread with homemade hummus and tomatoes to start the day off with a low-GI option that will sustain you through the morning

Make your own hummus in this family pasta salad. Dish up for little ones first, then scatter with pul biber chilli flakes and crumbled feta for the grown-ups

This freezable hummus is a great way of using up a glut of beetroot and makes a vibrant, healthy snack

Enjoy five of your 5-a-day with this dish, a tasty mix of asparagus, quinoa, aduki beans, onion and cherry tomatoes. It's packed with nutrients, and vegan too

Get all five of your 5-a-day with this healthy, low-calorie, vegan recipe that works as lunch or a starter. Enjoy deliciously creamy hummus made with avocado

Use up a glut of courgettes and bake this vegan loaf cake with tangy lemon drizzle. Ideal for a coffee morning or afternoon tea

This rustic red onion & rosemary focaccia makes a great partner to salads and antipasti

For a refreshing berry drink, try this homemade lemonade with blackberries and mint - keep chilled for up to a week

Use tofu as a substitute for egg along with dairy-free mayo to make these vegan sandwiches. They're ideal for a kids' party where some children may have an intolerance or allergy

Make this decadent vegan sandwich using veggies and hummus with an Asian dressing and hot sauce all stuffed inside a baguette. Great for a filling lunch

Enjoy this versatile vegan tart with spinach and tomato. You could use almost any vegetable – try roasted sweet potatoes or caramelised onions or leeks

Combine plant-based sausages with nuts and apricots to make this showstopping sausage swirl. It will be loved by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike

Look for ripe, sweet-smelling fruit for this simple fruit salad with kiwi, mango, pineapple, grapes, orange and berries. It’s a lovely, light summer dessert

Quick, easy and packed with healthy veg, this is a great midweek meal for vegans and veggies

A vibrant summer salad with radishes, edamame beans, peppers, almonds and herbs, drizzled with a citrus dressing

These tangy pickles served in soy, rice wine vinegar, garlic and chilli oil will complement other spicy dishes

Bake these indulgent vegan brownies with a cookie topping. They're easy to make and don't need expensive ingredients – just simple items from your storecupboard

Crunch and freshness are the order of the day with this zesty, healthy side salad with pulses and herbs

This vegan salad makes a healthy and filling meal, providing 4 of your 5-a-day. Enjoy hearty quinoa, creamy avocado and juicy griddled peaches

A tiny rice-shaped variety of pasta makes this dish almost like risotto. It's quick, healthy, filling and suitable for vegetarians

This hearty vegan salad is 4 of your 5-a-day, rich in folate, fibre and vitamin C, plus it has lots of interesting flavours and textures