To begin this list of vegan potluck ideas, I found it helpful to check the definition of vegan, according to the Oxford Dictionary.
It is as follows: “a person who does not eat any food derived from animals.”
So, if a recipe qualifies as a vegan recipe, it stands to reason that it contains no ingredients or other products derived from animals.
This is the information that I am working from as I put together this list of vegan potluck recipes.
Perhaps you have been invited to a specifically vegan potluck or maybe you just want to bring a dish that everyone will be able to enjoy no matter their eating plan.
I am happy to report there are many easy vegan potluck recipes to choose from!
I have picked vegan dishes for potlucks that would be easy to transport or easy to double or triple depending on the amount of food you want to bring.
Some are salads and all they need are tongs or serving spoons, while other veggie potluck ideas included are finger friendly.
Potlucks can occur any time of year and be hosted indoors or out, so consider how it will be presented.
Some vegan side dishes for potluck get-togethers can be easily warmed in a microwave and set on a table, but the vegan picnic potluck recipes probably need to be ready to serve.
Don’t stress if you were asked to bring a vegan main dish for a potluck style gathering, because there are few of those on this list as well.
Please keep in mind that I did work diligently to present vegan options but I encourage you to do your due diligence to make sure it fits your needs.
Thanks for exploring along with me.
On to the good stuff!

The first of my vegan potluck ideas is this Asian cabbage salad!
It has a lovely crunch with the sweet and tangy dressing!
Oh and protein from edamame too!
What sets this apart is the broccoli florets and cherry tomatoes being roasted in the oven!
All ingredients are combined and coated with the homemade dressing.
Herbs and seeds galore!
This vegan potluck black bean salad not only looks and tastes great, it can be made the day ahead!
Start with rice.
Dice the veggies like bell peppers and green onions.
Don’t forget the cooked black beans.
Last, combine the seasonings with olive oil and apple cider vinegar mixture to pour over the salad, bringing it to life!
We may have hit the jackpot of vegan potluck recipes with this one!
Five ingredients are all that’s needed to make lasagna.
Tell me more!
The list includes lasagna noodles, spinach, pasta sauce, vegan ricotta, and vegan shredded cheese.
I would definitely add in some Italian seasoning too!
Warm and fabulous!
Extra large tortillas and hummus help make this next one of my easy vegan potluck recipes, Mexican tortilla roll ups!
What are the ingredients that go inside that tortilla that’s covered in hummus?
Glad you asked!
Black beans, corn, red pepper, red onion, jalapenos and cilantro.
Experiment with black olives, avocado or green onions too!
These delicious finger friendly roll ups are best made close to serving time so the tortilla stays fresh!
Potato salad is a potluck favorite and yes, also popular vegan side dishes for potluck plans!
How can anything go wrong with tender potatoes and a creamy dressing?
It calls for celery, green onions, relish if you like, vegan mayo, mustard, celery seed and lemon.
Truly any veggies could be included like peppers, olives, cucumbers or radishes to add color and texture.
A seven layer dip goes a long way like several vegan picnic potluck recipes.
The part that is equally memorable to the taste is the presentation of the layers in a large clear bowl or dish.
The seven layers consist of refried beans, guacamole, salsa, vegan queso, tomatoes, olives, and green onions.
Make as many of the layers as you like, and some can be purchased as well.
Filling vegan dishes for potlucks are delicious too, like this chickpea salad with lots of fiber, plant-based protein and veggies.
Just for the record, this recipe is all about slicing, dicing and mixing.
That’s it!
Unless you count the enjoyment, which is a foregone conclusion!
The rainbow is made from chickpeas, red onion, cherry tomatoes, yellow pepper, and mini cucumbers.
The sImple dressing provided is just perfect!
Here are a few raw vegan recipes, too.
Meatballs come front and center in this vegan main dish for potluck!
They could be served on top of something else or simply with toothpicks for easy munching!
These really do have a meaty texture and flavor which makes the effort totally worth it!
Lots of ingredients with the base being cauliflower and quinoa.
Excellent instructions as well as tips and a video to boot!
Perhaps pasta was on your mind as you consider veggie potluck ideas!
Look no further than this Greek pasta salad!
The ingredients are cherry tomatoes, cucumber, artichoke hearts, red onion, black olives, garlic, vegan feta and parsley.
Farfalle or rotini pasta work well.
The Greek vinaigrette is multi purpose going great on salads and veggies alike!
If pineapple is what you are craving, vegan potluck ideas like this macaroni salad are happy to help!
It will certainly satisfy a tangy sweet craving with the pineapple and sweet pickle combo!
Light dressing of vegan mayo, nut milk and pineapple juice pull the pasta and veggies together.
This one is best served cold.
When you want to take corn on the cob to a vegan potluck but you realize it is messy and hard to eat, this Mexican street corn salad is the perfect solution!
Cook your corn on the cob and remove the kernels.
The dressing is a mixture of vegan mayo, nutritional yeast, lime zest and juice, cilantro, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
The awesome part is it can be served cold, room temp or warmed!
Add this Easy Cilantro Lime Rice to make it a meal!
Three different types of beans are used in this side dish of vegan potluck recipes.
The protein fills a tummy up and the bold flavors make it mouthwatering!
Here is what you will need to make it.
Your preferred BBQ sauce, mixed beans, tomato sauce, mustard, onions, and mushrooms.
Instant Pot instructions included.
Super tasty for sure!
Green bean casserole is a holiday staple and here it is also part of my vegan side dishes for potluck events.
The amazing part is the first half of the steps you actually make a homemade version of cream of mushroom soup!
Cool, right?
Then the beans and fried onions are added for baking.
This is a very large recipe so it may be just perfect for that potluck!
I am not completely sure I would categorize this as one of the easy vegan potluck recipes, but it is intriguing!
This cauliflower casserole starts with cauliflower broken into florets.
The cheese sauce has a base of raw cashews and unsweetened soy milk and a lot of other ingredients so be sure to collect them all before beginning.
The panko breadcrumbs and vegan butter make a topping for the casserole.
Once baked it is savory and satisfying.
Desserts need a little attention on this list of vegan picnic potluck recipes!
These vegan raspberry bars are sure to please the crowd and they will never know it is made with only five ingredients!
That’s right, flour, sugar, salt, coconut oil, and raspberry preserves make these delicious bars!
I totally endorse the optional glaze of powdered sugar and almond milk!
Noodle filled vegan dishes for potlucks are always crowd pleasers!
Of course the dressing helps too!
Spaghetti is the pasta of choice.
Add in arugula, green and red cabbage, cucumber, and carrots.
Make the dressing, pour it on and toss together!
What more can you expect from a salad that is refreshing, crunchy, sweet and salty?
Nothing, because this one has it ALL!
An Italian vegan main dish for potluck get-togethers is sure to make folks smile!
This one uses penne pasta, roasted red peppers, nutritional yeast, baby spinach and fresh basil.
It is coated in a vegan rosé sauce made of cashews, vegetable broth and tomato paste.
Keep stirring while it simmers to add broth if needed.
I make no secret that I am a fan of Better Than Bouillon, and their Vegetable Base label says Organic & Certified Vegan. Score.
When sweet potatoes are at their prime, a whole new category of veggie potluck ideas opens up!
This salad is as filling as it is beautiful!
The three parts are the salad, the dressing and the sweet and spicy pistachios.
The salad itself has sweet potato, kale, dried cranberries, an avocado and roasted salted chickpeas.
Fantastic instructions to follow!
Easy to pick up vegan potluck ideas are great choices for potluck events.
These jalapeno poppers are sure to be eye-catching.
Be ever so careful in handling the jalapenos, gloves are a must for me to remind me not to touch my face.
The filling is vegan cream cheese with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
Shake on a bit of vegan parmesan for even more delish.
The topping is vegan bacon pieces mixed with chopped green onion.
Bake a bit and they are ready to go!
This quinoa edamame vegan potluck salad is a fantastic side dish!
It is made of quinoa, edamame, dried cranberries, almonds, bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, and green onions!
Any type of seeds you like would work well too!
The dressing is light classic Asian style dressing which is also great for dipping.
This salad is superb when chilled!
Summer rolls rank high on my favorite list of vegan potluck recipes because they can be prepared ahead of time and the ingredients used are very flexible.
Rice paper is used and perhaps a cabbage or lettuce or collard leaf for sturdiness.
Also included are carrots, mango, purple cabbage, cucumber, bell pepper, avocado, and fresh mint!
Great tips on how to roll!
Cabbage is now getting its time in the spotlight of easy vegan potluck recipes!
The main ingredients are cabbage sliced in strips, green onions, sesame seeds, and chopped peanuts.
The dressing has seven Asian inspired ingredients!
Put it all together and a wonderful salad is ready!
This is not your grandmother’s coleslaw!
Wonderful vegan side dishes for potluck events like these potatoes will go a long way!
This recipe only needs three ingredients and is prepared in the air fryer so it couldn’t be easier!
Wash the potatoes and cut in halves.
Mix olive oil with seasonings and add potatoes.
Mix until all coated.
Allow to marinate for a bit and then cook in the air fryer!
Easy-peasy, lemon squeezy.
Appetizers for vegan picnic potluck recipes are typically fun.
This one makes a statement!
It is gorgeous and can be paired with crackers or fruit slices!
Simply blend together in a food processor cashew nuts, apple cider vinegar nutritional yeast, miso, dried herbs, coconut oil and salt.
Form into a ball and freeze to firm up.
Decorate with dried cranberries and pistachios or any nuts or seeds of your choice!
Something with a soft yeast dough or a flaky puff pastry is always welcome as vegan dishes for potlucks!
Roll out the dough you selected or made and add tomato sauce, vegan cheese, and finely chopped vegetables.
Roll the dough from the short side and cut it into one-inch rolls.
Bake them cut side up on a baking sheet.
Pizza is loved no matter what form it comes in!
If you are asked to bring a vegan main dish for potluck festivities, this shepherd’s pie is packed with plant-based protein!
The filling is onion, carrot, celery, mushrooms, peas, many seasonings, brown lentils and diced tomatoes!
We all know the topping is yummy mashed potatoes with vegan butter, plant based milk and salt.
This is definitely satisfying as an entree!
Hummus makes an easygoing dish for vegan potluck ideas.
Not fancy or overbearing, but delightful and uniquely flavored!
Sauteed carrots and garlic, chipotle chili powder, chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice and olive oil are the framework of this hummus delight!
These vegan sausage pies are adorable and might just be the hit at a vegan potluck!
A pie crust is needed to form the cute mini pies!
The filling includes, but is not limited to, onion, garlic, celery, walnuts, mushrooms, pepper, Italian seasonings, fennel, and vermouth.
Good instructions on how to form, fill, bake and garnish!
Take a picture before they disappear!
Munching and visiting is what gatherings are all about and nothing is better than easy vegan potluck recipes for such an occasion!
I do love a creamy spinach artichoke dip and this one is ready in 30 minutes and can easily be doubled.
It uses cashews, nut milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, tapioca starch, garlic powder, salt, frozen spinach and artichoke hearts!
Blend, combine and transfer to bake!
I present a scrumptious dessert, the vegan chocolate chip cookie!
Potlucks always have amazing desserts!
The cookies tend to disappear the fastest!
Oh yes, these are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside!
All that is needed is vegan butter, coconut sugar, full fat coconut milk, vanilla, almond flour, baking soda, salt and dark chocolate chips!
You will be the hero with these to share!
Are you looking for a fabulously fresh and flavorful meal?
Check out this unique take on the classic couscous salad!
With crisp cucumber, bell pepper, parsley, arugula, and crunchy roasted chickpeas, this salad is a true delight.
The nutty couscous adds an extra layer of awesomeness that’s so tempting.
Trust us; this salad will fill you with good vibes and leave you feeling satisfied.
When it comes to salads, we’re all about the texture.
And when you’re looking for a salad that’s both tasty and hearty, then this barley salad is it!
This salad has a great texture—tender, chewy, and slightly firm.
And the flavor?
It’s nutty and earthy with just the right amount of bite!
Get ready for the ultimate dip experience with this Thai Green Curry Guacamole!
This fusion creation combines the creaminess of avocado with the bold and bright flavors of Thai cuisine.
And the curry paste, cilantro, scallion, and ginger also add a burst of herby, floral, and spicy notes that will excite your palate.
Indeed, this dip is ideal for sharing at any party or gathering and will impress even the pickiest eaters.
These tasty bites of heavenly goodness are not only crispy on the outside and soft on the inside but also pack a salty, tangy, and slightly spicy punch of flavor that’s totally addictive.
And what’s even better?
You can enjoy them on your own or use them to level up your tacos, wraps, and bowls!
Whether serving them as an appetizer or a main dish, these cauliflower bites will be a hit.
These freeform pies might look fancy, but they’re actually super easy to make.
The crispy shortbread-like crusts provide the perfect golden base for the bubbly, juicy blueberry filling.
And with each bite, you’ll experience a burst of sweet-tart flavor that’s simply captivating.
Not to mention, these galettes look incredible on any dessert table.
Plus, they’re vegan-friendly.
That means everyone can enjoy them!
Indulge in the rich and smooth flavors of this Southern Vegan Mac and Cheese that will soothe your taste buds.
While traditional mac and cheese rely on dairy products, this one uses Chao cheese to craft a luscious and creamy sauce that you’ll find hard to resist
Not a fan of Chao cheese? That’s okay!
You’ll be surprised by how different it tastes in this dish.
In fact, the Chao cheese, made from coconut and tofu, provides just the right amount of tanginess to create a sumptuous cheesy flavor that’s not overpowering.
So go ahead, take a bite, and discover your new favorite comfort food!
Craving something tasty and hearty?
This Vegan Chicken Broccoli and Rice Casserole is here to satisfy your appetite!
Packed with fresh vegetables, vegan chicken strips, cooked brown rice, and vegetable stock, this casserole is wholesome and oh-so flavorful.
But that’s not all – with a burst of zesty and spicy flavors from the lemon juice, paprika, and cayenne, this casserole will surely excite your taste buds.
And the best part?
It’s still got that creamy, cheesy goodness, all while being completely vegan.
Trust.
The taste is so remarkable that you’ll hardly notice it’s dairy-free.
Do you want to spice up your daily routine with something flavorful and colorful?
These Vegan Collard Green Wraps are a great choice!
Packed with veggies and ideal for lunch or dinner on the go, these wraps are both portable and aesthetically appealing.
They are also brimming with sumptuous tastes and textures, thanks to the roasted eggplant, radish, carrot base, sweet millet, and tangy orange mustard sauce.
And with crunchy red cabbage added, every bite is bursting with flavor.
So whether you’re on the move or simply looking for a creative way to use up some extra veggies, these vegan collard green wraps are a tasty and satisfying option worth trying.
39. Vegan Brownies
Chocolatey, rich, and utterly satisfying: Vegan Brownies are undoubtedly the best kind of treat.
These decadent delights have a crust on the top and sides and a soft, chewy center.
And they’re made with basic ingredients like dairy-free butter, sugar, and flax “eggs.”
You’ll also love that they’re vegan because you can enjoy these delicious treats without guilt.
So, whether you’re celebrating an occasion or just looking for a sweet treat to end your day, these Vegan Brownies will hit the spot!
Sweet, tangy, smokey, filling, and amazingly flavorful—this vegan BBQ chickpea pizza is everything you could want in a plant-based meal.
Cauliflower crusts are the best option for this recipe because they’re made from vegetables instead of flour and taste amazing!
However, this pizza also works well with a sweet potato crust.
Overall, it’s flavorful, filling, smokey, sweet, and creamy at the same time.
And it’s appetizing enough to make anyone drool (even if they’re not vegan)
This Vegan Thai Noodle Salad is an easy way to enjoy the vibrant and exotic flavors of the East while you’re at home.
The dish boasts a nice blend of creamy peanut dressing with a hint of heat that beautifully binds together the tender noodles and fresh vegetables, ensuring an explosion of flavors and textures in every bite.
For those craving more crunch, you can top it off with some crushed peanuts or sesame seeds.
It’s a great recipe for your next potluck—or even just for yourself!
It’s time to take your spring roll game to the next level!
Introducing Vietnamese-inspired fresh spring rolls – a light and refreshing dish that’s suitable for any occasion.
They’re loaded with crispy veggies, fresh herbs, and tender noodles, delicately wrapped in rice paper to create a delightful taste experience.
But the combination of two delectable dipping sauces is what truly sets these rolls apart.
The Thai peanut sauce has the right mix of sweet and savory flavors that goes so well with the fresh veggies in the rolls, while the nuoc cham provides a tangy kick that enhances the overall flavor of the rolls.
The bottom line
Vegan potluck ideas come in all shapes and sizes, flavors and textures!
We like our tried-and-true simple, fresh, chilled marinated tomatoes recipe too that can be scaled up for big groups.
With all the easy vegan potluck recipes out there, your imagination can run wild!
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42 Tried & True Vegan Potluck Ideas
Plant-based and utterly delicious, here’s a list of 42 Vegan Potluck Ideas to feed a few or the whole gang!
Ingredients
- Asian Cabbage Salad With Roasted Broccoli
- Black Bean Salad
- 5 Ingredient Vegan Spinach Lasagna
- Vegan Mexican Tortilla Roll Ups
- Southern Vegan Potato Salad
- The Ultimate Vegan Seven Layer Dip
- Rainbow Vegan Chickpea Salad
- Vegan Cranberry Meatballs
- Greek Pasta Salad With Easy Greek Vinaigrette
- Hawaiian Macaroni Salad | Vegan
- Vegan Mexican Street Corn Salad
- Cowboy Beans-Vegan
- Vegan Green Bean Casserole
- Cheesy Vegan Cauliflower Casserole
- Vegan Raspberry Bars
- Vegan Rice Noodle Pasta Salad
- Creamy Vegan One-Pot Pasta
- California Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad
- 5-Ingredient Vegan Jalapeno Poppers
- Quinoa Edamame Salad
- Easy Summer Rolls
- Asian Cabbage Salad
- Air Fryer Roasted Red Skin Potatoes
- Vegan Cashew Cheese Ball
- Flavorful Vegan Pizza Pinwheels
- Vegan Shepherd’s Pie
- Chipotle Carrot Hummus
- Mini Vegan Sausage Pies
- Vegan Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Potluck Mediterranean Couscous Salad
- Vegan Potluck Barley Salad
- Thai Green Curry Guacamole
- Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
- Mini Vegan Blueberry Galette
- Southern Vegan Mac And Cheese
- Vegan Chicken Broccoli And Rice Casserole
- Vegan Collard Green Wraps (Moroccan-Style)
- Vegan Brownies
- Vegan BBQ Chickpea Pizza
- Vegan Thai Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing
- Fresh Spring Rolls
Instructions
- Choose one or five Vegan Potluck Ideas.
- Make a list and check it twice.
- Let all the compliments roll in.
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