Vegan Potluck Ideas and Recipes

Hosting a potluck brunch, picnic or dinner is a fun and easy way to bring people together — and without the stress of doing everything yourself. Whether you have vegetarian or vegan friends, having healthy options for different dietary restrictions will ensure that everyone can participate (and eat!).

Coming up with creative ways to make vegan dishes look — and taste — good isn’t always an easy task. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Known as Jameando Ando by her followers (and friends), Peruvian food blogger and entrepreneur Micaela Rizo Patrón shares some of her best vegan recipes that will leave your loved ones — and yourself — in awe.

Even if you are surrounded by meat-eaters, this is a great way to introduce your loved ones to healthy alternatives for their favorite dishes. The best part? Most of the ingredients we'll mention are easily available in most supermarkets and online. So, find a venue, coordinate the menu, and start cooking!

First up: brunch recipe ideas. These fruity and fluffy pancakes are bound to become your new go-to breakfast staple. We used blueberries and bananas, but you can get creative and make them with your favorite fresh fruits and toppings. If you're hosting a brunch, save time by making the batter the night before and storing it in the fridge. You can serve these pancakes with different fruits and nut butters, and make sure you splash some maple syrup on top to make them even sweeter.

The açaí berry is a deep purple-colored fruit native to the Amazon regions of South and Central America. Açaí bowls are common all over Brazil, and the craze for this earthy and creamy treat is now global. Açaí bowls are perfect for breakfast, brunch or even as a refreshing snack during the day. Açaí bowls are ideal if you are the one hosting a potluck or brunch, as you can simply mix all the ingredients in a blender before your guests arrive. Serve with fresh fruits, granola and nut butters so everyone can customize their own bowl.

We all know that French toast is a must when it comes to a brunch menu. Since French toast is so quick to make (and it tastes best when fresh), prepare it right before guests arrive (or, if you aren't the one hosting, prior to leaving to go to the host's home). Serve on a large tray with a bowl of berries and some maple syrup on the side for extra sweetness. Sprinkle some powdered sugar or cinnamon on top to make your French toast look even more Instagrammable.