Summer Cookouts That Make Sense

Summer cookouts are a great way to enjoy time with family and friends, but I have to admit I get really anxious when I don't know if there will be food for me to eat.  I hate asking people to cook something extra on my behalf.  I would probably be a little put-off if I invited someone over for a vegan cook-out and they asked me to prepare them a steak!

One way I tackle this problem is by offering to bring a dish that just happens to be vegan (summer salads, dips, and taboulis are great options).  I also offer to bring vegan burgers for myself if I don't think there will be many options for me.

Thankfully I have enjoyed many vegan cook-outs this summer!  But, I felt it necessary to post about a cook-out that I actually brought nothing to, and had an amazing variety of vegan food to choose from.

-2 vegan Boca burgers topped with a thick tomato slice
-Sweet corn and basil salad with tomatoes and red onions (Absolutely amazing!)
-Cabbage and beets
-Avocado, black bean, and tomato salad (which actually had some cheese in it, but I picked it out once I realized)

Not pictured:
-Pickled beets
-Potato chips!!  (My favorite savory junk food... hey it was the Fourth of July, give me a break!)
-Watermelon slices for dessert - yum!