Best Vegetarian Sausages For BBQs

2. So, you might have missed the boat a bit. With summer slinking off into the distance, we’ve got maybe two good weekends of sunshine left in the year. Let’s at least make the most of them! Maybe you want to get ahead of the game for next year. Or, you want some alternatives to those cardboard veggie ‘sausages’ that you got for your last BBQ. Perhaps you’re even crazy enough to BBQ in the cold to get your vegetarian BBQ sausage fix. We’ve shopped, we searched, and we’ve sizzled. We’ve managed to bring you the most comprehensive list of the best vegetarian sausages for BBQs. We’re going to answer that question that’s kept you up at night – what are the best vegetarian sausages for BBQs?

3. Linda McCartney Linda McCartney’s sausages are pretty much the gold standard. They were one of the first ready-made vegetarian foods that I ever tried, and I was hooked. You’d better believe that I tried to have them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! We love her veggie sausages, with rehydrated soya protein that gives them a texture like no other. It’s her Vegetarian Red Onion and Rosemary Sausages that we’ll be putting on the grill, though. They have the perfect juicy texture for barbecuing. Linda McCartney Red Onion And Sage – ‘The gold standard’.

4. Cauldron Cauldron’s Cumberland Bangers don’t just belong on your mashed potatoes. They have a place on your grill just like any other sausage on this list. These ones are more like a lincolnshire sausage but they’re far from your everyday banger. They might not get that ‘seared look’ on the BBQ but they look authentic. Trust us when we say that this one will have meat-eaters fooled, and maybe even converted! They’ve got a fantastic blend of black pepper and rosemary for a sophisticated sausage. Cauldron Cumberland Bangers – No-one ever said gravy on a hotdog was illegal!

6. Wicked Kitchen Created by a couple of ‘wicked’ brothers, this kitchen serves up BBQ goodness all year round. We liked their ‘chorizo bangers’ a bit better than their ‘little brats’. If you want to know why, you can nip off and read our review of the whole Wicked Kitchen range! Wicked – In name and taste!

7. HECK! You’d be hard pressed to fool someone that Heck sausages are for meat-eaters. With a green colour that you can spot from a mile away, they’re definitley veggie. This makes them perfect for those who aren’t just looking to replicate a meaty flavour. Plus, they’re a lot healtheir than some of the other sausages on the market. With a mix of quinoa, spinach, and kale, you might even lose weight living at BBQs! (Don’t quote us on that). Although this natural mix doesn’t mean that they taste too earthy.

8. Fry’s Fry’s meat-free burgers are BBF’s (Bun’s Best Friends) – so you know that they know their way around a BBQ. For our money, though, and for something a bit different, we’re picking up a pack of braai dogs. These sausages are infused with a special blend of flavours and seasoning. When combined, they create the taste of a real South African barbecue. Have them with mielies for a true SA favourite, or in a bun!

9. Richmond Richmond have branched out into the plant-based game with these meat-free sausages. They even have the same crispy skin as a meat sausage. Plus, with their secret Irish recipe, it’s fair to say that Richmon know a thing or two about sausages. Richmond – Rich in flavour.

10. Bonus: Tofurky Made with microbrewed Full Sail ale, we fell in love instantly. These really are the OG for tofu sausages, and they work perfectly on the grill. Top off a hotdog with some sauerkraut and a beer for that marriage of authentic flavours. Just because you aren’t eating meat, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a drink! Tofurky – Brats and beer, sounds like a good idea. Has that got your taste buds tingling and you just can’t wait? Why not head over to Plant Sumo for all your sustainable, nutritious, and delicious plant-based meals?