TikTok’s Fave Plant-Based Summer Meals for 2024

If you love corn on the cob in the summer, why not create a hardy pasta dish out of it? This creamy corn and basil pasta is the perfect quick and easy meal to embrace some of summer's best plant-based flavors, and can be made to serve two people or the whole family.

If you're a "Friends" fan, you've definitely heard of the vitamin and veggie-packed salad that Jenifer Aniston used to eat every day on set. Turns out, most of the veggies incorporated into this recipe are in season throughout the summer which makes for the perfect salad inspiration. With a base of quinoa and herbs, this salad is topped with veggies like cucumber and tomato for a refreshing main course or side dish.

It wouldn't be summer without a burger recipe, and luckily TikTok is filled with plant-based options for your next outdoor barbecue. These veggie burgers are made out of carrots, broccoli, chickpeas and onions, and can be cooked in the air fryer or on the grill. Add this to your choice of a bun or over a salad for a classic summer cookout vibe.

Nacho bowls are a seamless summer recipe that can be whipped up in a matter of minutes, and are very simple to make vegetarian style. After melting your choice of cheese over your tortilla chips, you can either used minced veggie meat or opt for just vegetables to top your bowl with. Ingredients like corn, tomato, avocado and sour cream will make this bowl come together for a quick summer dish.

Tofu doesn't always have the best reputation from people who have never tried it, but it can be a really close substitute for chicken if it's made correctly. This crispy honey garlic tofu is made by frying your tofu on the stovetop for a crunchy outside and is topped with a soy sauce, garlic and honey dressing for a tangy flavor. Top over rice for another great summer plant-based option.

Grazing boards are arguably one of the best summer lunches or dinners if you're looking for something light to whip up. Charcuterie boards are often loaded with meats such as salami and prosciutto, but this recipe offers a plant-based twist. Simply assemble your favorite crackers, cheeses, fruits and veggies to your board for the adult lunchable of your dreams.