If you’re looking for vegan potluck recipes, you’ve come to the right place! This post contains over 40 sweet and savoury recipes for fun potluck dishes like sushi, salads, cheesecakes, cookies, and lots more!
Following on from my vegan picnic ideas post, I thought it’d be a good idea to make a compilation of my favourite plant-based potluck ideas too, seeing as summer is coming up. ‘Tis the season for sharing food!
What to bring to a potluck
It can be tricky to decide on what food to bring to a potluck, especially if some of the guests are vegan. But there are tonnes and tonnes of plant-based options out there, so don’t worry!
Using the help of some other food bloggers, I’m bringing you this list of over 40 savoury AND sweet potluck recipes. I’ve tried to include as much of a variety as possible, so I hope everyone can find at least a few recipes that suit their taste buds. If you give any of the recipes a go, please let me know how you get on by leaving a comment at the bottom of the page. Enjoy!
Savoury potluck ideas
First, I’m starting with the savoury recipes. There are all sorts of ideas to choose from, including salads, dips, pasta and buffalo wings. If you prefer the sweet stuff, you can skip straight to the potluck desserts.
1. Sushi spring rolls
How cute are these sushi spring rolls?! There’s no fish needed for this recipe- the rolls are packed full of tofu, teriyaki sauce, fresh veggies and herbs.
2. ‘Pigs’ in blankets
Would you believe these pigs in blankets are actually made with carrots?! They are one of my favourite ever vegan potluck ideas!
3. Tofu sisig
You’re in for a treat with this tasty Filipino tofu dish! It’s aromatic, spicy, and subtly sweet, packed with lots of different flavours.
4. Mexican pinwheels
If you love fresh and vibrant sharing recipes, these pinwheels are just the thing. They’re filled with fresh vegetables, veggie meat, beans and Mexican spices.
5. Broccoli quiche cups
These mini puff pastry cases filled with vegan broccoli quiche are so easy to make. The quiche filling is made with tofu, spices and nutritional yeast, giving it a similar taste and texture to traditional quiche.
6. Onion bhaji
These onion fritters are packed with fragrant spices and make a great sharing snack. Serve them alone or your choice of dips.
7. Baked taquitos
These crispy taquitos are filled with jackfruit and melted vegan cheddar cheese. Delicious enjoyed on their own or with your choice of dip.
8. Lemon & herb white bean dip
This tasty white bean dip is perfect for dipping pita chips or crackers into. It’s creamy, tangy, and full of fresh herbs.
9. Nacho cheese sauce
This vegan cheese sauce is sure to be a crowd pleaser. The recipe uses tofu to make a super-rich and creamy texture that pairs perfectly with nacho chips.
10. Mango corn salsa
This salsa is light, fresh and perfectly sweet. It makes a healthy dip to serve with tortilla chips or can be served as a side alongside your favourite main dishes.
11. Korean cucumber salad
This spicy, tangy, Korean-inspired cucumber salad will make a delicious addition to your plate. It’s quick and easy, and naturally gluten-free.
12. Thai peanut salad
Sweet, nutty dressing and fresh, crunchy vegetables come together to make this scrumptious Thai peanut salad. This is guaranteed to be a favourite!
13. Chickpea salad
This salad is filled with fresh ingredients like chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber and red onion, and it’s paired with a scrumptious red wine vinegar dressing.
14. Potato salad
If you’ve been looking for a potato salad without eggs, this is the one to try! It’s full of classic flavours and has a rich, creamy texture.
15. Ramen noodle salad
Ramen noodle salad is a great alternative to a traditional veggie salad. It’s made with crunchy cabbage, carrots and uncooked ramen noodles, and a tasty Asian style dressing.
16. Spinach, avocado & strawberry salad
This is the ultimate sharing salad, full of vibrant, flavourful ingredients like avocado, strawberries, pecans and vegan bacon bits! It’s quick and easy to make.
17. Hummus pasta
Combine pasta, hummus, basil and freshly-squeezed lemon to make this creamy hummus pasta. It’s made with simple ingredients and is ready to eat in just 30 minutes.
18. Spanakopita
This pie is a delicious vegan twist on the classic Greek pie. It’s a filo pastry pie full of juicy spinach and creamy, lemony vegan feta and ricotta. Yum!
19. Garlic couscous
This fluffy garlic couscous can be made in less than 15 minutes so it makes the perfect last minute potluck recipe. You’ll only need 7 ingredients to make it, most of which you’ll probably already have at home!
Sweet vegan potluck ideas
Next up are the sweets. The recipes below include cheesecakes, cakes, cookies, cinnamon rolls and more delicious potluck desserts.
20. Vanilla sheet cake
This light and fluffy traybake cake is a UK classic, and it’s perfect for sharing with a crowd! Topped with icing and colourful vegan sprinkles, it’s sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
21. Baklava
Layers of crispy filo pastry, homemade sugar syrup, and sweetly-spiced mixed nuts make this tasty vegan baklava. A tray serves up to 24 people so it’s the ideal dairy-free potluck dessert.
23. Pavlova
Pavlova can be enjoyed by vegans too, thanks to the super versatile aqua faba. Top it with vegan whipped cream and your favourite fruits.
23. Biscoff cinnamon rolls
Light, fluffy cinnamon rolls topped with a sticky Biscoff cream cheese frosting. These tear-and-share rolls are one of my favourite vegan treats to take to a potluck.
24. Chocolate cake
This chocolate traybake cake is light, fluffy and SO easy to make. It’s topped with dairy-free chocolate buttercream and vegan chocolate buttons to make it even tastier.
25. Vanilla cheesecake
This is a great sharing dessert for those who like minimal, no-fuss recipes. It can serve up to 12 people and although it looks simple, it’s seriously delicious!
26. Chocolate tiffin
Chocolate tiffin is a Scottish bakery classic, filled with juicy raisins and crunchy Digestive biscuit pieces. It’s an easy, no-bake recipe that both vegans and non-vegans will love.
27. Rocky road
Not a fan of tiffin? Try this rocky road as an alternative. It’s made without raisins- instead, it has mini vegan marshmallows throughout.
28. Biscoff cheesecake
This is one of my most popular vegan desserts on the blog and for good reason! It’s a creamy, no-bake cheesecake with a Biscoff biscuit base.
29. Mini lemon loaves
Make these dainty mini loaves as a cute alternative to a larger loaf cake. They’re light, fluffy, and topped with a zesty drizzle of lemon icing.
30. Chocolate brownies
If you like your brownies chewy and fudgy, this is the recipe for you! These brownies are ultra decadent and have always been popular with everyone who’s tried them.
31. Strawberry cheesecake
This strawberry cheesecake has a classic digestive biscuit base, strawberries and cream filling, and a sticky strawberry topping. It’s perfect for sharing.
32. Chocolate tart
This chocolate tart is made with a flaky chocolate shortcrust pastry crust and a glossy ganache filling. Top it with vegan chocolate shavings to make it look extra special.
33. Biscotti
A vegan twist on the classic Italian cookies. Enjoy these almond biscotti biscuits as is or dunk them into your favourite hot drink.
Soft, chewy cookies with slightly crispy edges, packed full of fresh raspberry pieces and vegan white chocolate chips. A quick and easy recipe that uses simple ingredients.
35. Macarons
If pavlova is not your thing, did you know that you can also use aqua faba to make macarons? They look and taste just like the real deal.
36. White chocolate cheesecake
Another cheesecake recipe and this one is a personal favourite! The rich and creamy white chocolate filling pairs perfectly with the fiery gingernut biscuit base.
37. Peanut butter fudge
You only need 4 simple ingredients to make this peanut butter fudge. It melts in your mouth and is SO GOOD! A small batch will serve a crowd so it’s great for taking along to your next potluck.
38. Coffee walnut cake
This tray bake cake is flavoured with coffee and has walnut pieces sprinkled throughout. Top it with homemade vegan cream cheese frosting for an extra bit of indulgence!
39. Viennese whirls
These Viennese whirl biscuits are sure to impress your friends and family. They’re made up of two shortbread rosettes, with a filling of strawberry jam and vegan vanilla buttercream.
40. Banoffee pie
Last but not least is vegan banoffee pie. A no-bake dessert made with a biscuit base, homemade caramel, banana slices and vegan whipped cream. Yum!
There you have it, over 40 delicious vegan potluck ideas! If you find this post useful, please give it a share using the share buttons on the page. Enjoy! xo
40+ Vegan Potluck Recipe Ideas
A selection of over 40 sweet and savoury vegan potluck recipes.