A Vegetarian 4th of July Menu

From bulgur burgers to cherry vanilla ice cream, these seasonal and organic 4th of July recipes will keep your guests coming back for seconds, thirds ... even fourths.

By Gloria Dawson

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Bulgur Bean Burgers

The ultimate vegetarian friendly burger featuring hearty black beans and flavorful spices.

Bulgur Bean Burgers

yellow and blue wine
Yellow and Blue
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Embrace the Box

You may already be familiar with Yellow and Blue's Malbec. A red wine made with organic grapes and boxed in environmentally friendly Tetra Paks, which weigh less than traditional glass bottles, thus reducing carbon emissions from their shipping. Oh, and they're super affordable (around $12 for a liter). Low carbon emissions, organic and cheap – a triple threat! Instead of red, perhaps you'd like to cool off with a glass of white or rosé during the summer months. Well, you're in luck: They've recently released a fruit-forward white and crisp rosé, and both are perfect for your Fourth of July party.

For more boxed wine options take a look at our 8 Boxed Wines and 8 Meals to Pair Them With.

organic beer
Peak Organic Brewing Company
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Organic Brew

Serve organic beer this Fourth of July. It's an easy way to slip some sustainability into your meal, and nothing beats cold beer if you're trying to convince some not-so-green friends of the merits of your sustainable lifestyle. Take a look at our list of Organic Beers for Summer.

vegetable grill for the fourth of july
James Baigrie
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Vegetable Grill with Balsamic-Red Wine Glaze

Let the farmers' market dictate what veggies you'll be grilling up this Fourth of July.

Vegetable Grill with Balsamic-Red Wine Glaze recipe

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Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Basil Butter

This classic barbecue staple is grilled and dressed up with lemon-basil butter.

Corn on the Cob with Lemon-Basil Butter

If corn is not in season around you, try Squash Blossom Fritters.

James Baigrie
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Avocado and Strawberries with Honey Vinaigrette

Perfect for a first course or even a dessert on any hot summer day.

Avocado and Strawberries with Honey Vinaigrette recipe

Tom Perkins / Istock
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Cherry-Vanilla Ice Cream

It's never too hot or cold to enjoy homemade ice cream.

Cherry-Vanilla Ice Cream recipe

Thayer Allyson Gowdy
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Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

This dessert is perfect for showcasing the subtle flavors of rhubarb.

Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie recipe

Alison Miksch
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Honey-Glazed Grilled Plums

The grilling doesn't need to stop after dinner. Serve these plums with a scoop of ice cream for the perfect summer dessert.

Honey-Glazed Grilled Plums

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