With warmer weather comes the opportunity for camping, and with it, the chance to enjoy vegan camping food with a view.
Packing for a camping adventure doesn't mean you have to compromise on your dietary choices. For vegan campers, finding delicious and nutritious meal options can be a fun and creative part of the outdoor experience. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or just exploring plant-based options, this guide is packed with innovative and easy-to-prepare vegan camping food ideas.
From hearty breakfasts to satisfying dinners and tasty snacks in between, we've got you covered. So, gather your camping gear and get ready to enjoy the great outdoors with these delightful vegan recipes that will keep you energized and satisfied throughout your trip.
Breakfast
The most important meal of the day!
Overnight oats
In a container with a lid, combine ½ cup of oats, ½ cup of non-dairy milk, ¼ cup non-dairy Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon of chia seeds, 1 teaspoon of honey, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Stir and let sit in a cooler.
Serve with some fruit or nuts!
Fruit and nut bars
Before your trip, pulse together nuts and dates. Add seeds, honey, dried fruit, salt, and whatever else your heart desires.
Using a baking dish, press the mixture into a large, even layer. Refrigerate for 2 hours.
Cut into bar-sized bits, and pack it for your camping trip!
Trail mix
Combine all your favorite nuts, dried fruit, chocolate chips, and seeds. It doesn’t get much easier than this!
Lunch
Something quick and on-the-go.
Hummus and veggie wraps
Get some tortillas, hummus and a few of your favorite sliced vegetables (carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, mixed greens). You can meal prep these before hand for a nice on-the-go lunch!
PB&J
Two slices of bread, some peanut butter, and jam. Perfect for a hiking pit stop.
Snacks
Midday fuel.
Fruit Any fruit will do! Here are some durable ones: apples, oranges, bananas, grapes, and pears. Dried fruit also makes for a great snack.
Bars Reuse those bars that you made for breakfast. Easy peasy!
Dinner
As the sun sets, the feast begins.
Grilled veggie skewers Chop up the same vegetables from your veggie wraps into bite-sized chunks and put them on a skewer! Grill to camping perfection.
Bean and vegetable chili
Heat the olive oil in a camping pot and saute diced onion and garlic in the pot. Add your vegetables (bell pepper, carrots, zucchini, etc.) and saute until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in beans and tomatoes. Tomato juice is perfect, too.
Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir it all together with some vegetable broth.
Simmer the chili and serve!
Sweet Treat O'Clock
Gather around the campfire! Regardless of where you are, dessert is always necessary.
S’mores
Is it really a camping trip without the s’mores? Grab your marshmallows (vegan brands include Dandies, they are made without gelatin and are a favorite among those looking for plant-based alternatives; Trader Joe’s and Freedom Mallows), vegan chocolate, and graham crackers. Time for some fireside ghost stories!
Grilled fruit Some of our favorites to grill: pineapple, peaches, watermelon, apple, and mango. These summer fruits are sure to be a favorite–especially when they’re sweet and smoky.
Enjoy these mouthwatering and fueling meals! With any luck, the outdoors air will make it even more enjoyable. Here’s to summer camping adventures.
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