Recipes from this book
Asparagus, Radishes and Burrata with Lemon and Basil
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This super fresh salad recipe, featuring griddled asparagus, crisp radish and creamy burrata is the perfect barbecue side salad or sharing starter.
Aubergine and Goat’s Cheese Burger Stacks with Honey and Thyme
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Inspired by the classic Spanish dish aubergines and honey, Rukmini Iyer's simple, vegetarian BBQ recipe is packed with complex flavours.
Barbecued Corn with a Ginger, Peanut and Chilli Dressing
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A quick and easy ginger, peanut and chilli dressing is spooned over freshly barbecued corn in this ultimate vegan summer dish.
Barbecued Corn with Sage and Pine Nut Butter
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This crispy barbecued corn with sage and pine nut butter is a delicious summer BBQ side dish from Rukmini Iyer.
Barbecued Sprouts with Chilli, Lemon and Almonds
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This quick Brussels sprout dish pairs crispy, griddled sprouts with a punchy citrus sauce for a moreish summer treat.
Blackened Peppers with Walnuts, Chilli and Fennel Seeds
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This vegan-friendly dish of red peppers seared on the barbecue is finished with walnuts, herbs and plenty of lemon juice.
Caramelised Mango with Smashed Cucumber, Peanuts and Lime
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Featuring smashed cucumber, charred mango and a mint, chilli and lime dressing, this quick and easy salad is summer on a plate.
Charred Asparagus with Chilli, Peanuts and Coconut
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Celebrate asparagus season in style with this easy barbecue dish of griddled asparagus topped with a crunchy coconut, chilli and peanut dressing.
Charred Paneer and Fennel With Chilli Almonds, Lemon and Dill
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A flavoursome sharing dish from Rukmini Iyer's The Green Barbecue of charred paneer and fennel with chilli almonds, lemon and dill.
Charred Tenderstem with Oranges, Blue Cheese and Walnuts
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A lightly charred tenderstem with oranges, blue cheese and walnuts dish, ideal as a summer barbecue side dish.
Chermoula-Dressed Sweet Potato and Shallots with Pomegranates and Mint
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
An elevated BBQ side dish this chermoula-dressed sweet potato and shallots with pomegranates and mint dish is perfect for summer.
Chilli Cheese French-Toasted Crumpets with Sage
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
These chilli cheese French-toasted crumpets with sage make for an indulgent treat to serve up to guests as a snack or for a summer brunch.
Chipotle Mushroom and Black Bean Burgers with Peanut and Lime
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Rukmini Iyer's umami-rich vegan burgers are flavoured with a moreish combination of peanut, lime, and chipotle.
Cinnamon Griddled Pineapple with Toasted Coconut
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A sticky, sweet cinnamon sugar glaze takes this cinnamon griddled pineapple recipe to new heights, topped with coconut flakes and mint.
Crispy Barbecue Tofu Lettuce Wraps with Cashews, Carrots and Nuoc Cham
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This simple but flavour-packed plant-based barbecue dish combines crispy tofu, fresh lettuce, and crunchy carrot pickle, all served with a Vietnamese-inspired dipping sauce.
Crispy Cabbage with Chilli Sage Breadcrumbs
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
The punchy combination of Crispy Cabbage with Chilli Sage Breadcrumbs in this deliciously moreish recipe, makes for an easy BBQ side dish.
Crispy Ginger Cauliflower Wings With Tamarind and Coriander
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A few choice ingredients make these deliciously moreish crispy cauliflower wings shine. An excellent vegan alternative for the barbecue.
Crispy Gnocchi – On a Stick! (With Roasted Peppers and Basil Pesto)
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Author of the Roasting Tin series, Rukmini Iyer, gives her signature crispy gnocchi the barbecue treatment with this vegan recipe for gnocchi kebabs.
Dill-Soused Feta with Beetroot, Cucumber, Apple and Watercress
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Flash-grilled feta is the star of this salad, paired with crisp apple, earthy beetroot and plenty of dill, perfect for a summer barbecue.
Dulce de Leche Passionfruit Pots with Chocolate and Ricotta
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
These gorgeous little chocolate and passionfruit custard cups are the perfect indulgent treat to finish off a summer barbecue.
Feta and Almond Stuffed Padrón Peppers
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Padrón peppers are generously stuffed with feta cheese and almonds and finished on the barbecue for a charred and gooey veggie side dish.
Five-Spice Aubergine Wedges with Pak Choi and Lime
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Quick and easy to make and seasoned generously with five-spice, these vegan aubergine wedges will fast become a summer barbecue favourite.
Grapefruit and Fennel Panzanella with Honey and Watercress
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This twist on a panzanella, featuring chunks of focaccia and lightly-grilled grapefruit, is the perfect fresh salad for any barbecue.
Griddled Aubergine with Cucumber, Walnuts and Cumin
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This easy grilled aubergine recipe makes for a quick side dish or fresh salad to accompany lazy summer barbecues.
Griddled Cherries with Warm Goat’s Cheese, Mint and Walnuts
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This simple dish tops warm goat's cheese with roasted cherries, fragrant mint, and creamy walnuts for an easy barbecue starter.
Griddled Courgette with Parmesan, Almonds and Lemon
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This summery dish of courgettes with Parmesan, almonds and lemon is an inspired vegetarian barbecue dish.
Griddled Feta, Pineapple and Black Bean Tacos with Chilli and Lime
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Spicy, griddled pineapple and black beans make for an easy BBQ taco filling when piled into warm tortillas.
Griddled Papaya with Tamarind, Chilli and Coconut
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Griddled papaya is the perfect match for tangy tamarind and sweet coconut in this quick and simple barbecue side dish.
Griddled Pineapple, Halloumi and Mint Skewers
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
The perfect combination of sweet and salty, these halloumi and pineapple skewers are marinated in chilli and lime for an easy barbecue dish.
Griddled Portobello Mushrooms and Leeks with Tarragon and Walnuts
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Simple and quick to pull together, these mushrooms and leeks with an easy walnut dressing are the ultimate low-fuss vegan barbecue dish.
Grilled Watermelon with Feta, Cucumber and Mint
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
The perfect dish for a warm summer's day, this easy salad pairs lightly charred watermelon with salty feta and refreshing cucumber.
Gunpowder Potatoes with Fennel Seeds, Chilli, Coriander and Cashews
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A show-stealing side dish, these spiced roasted potatoes are cooked on the barbecue for the ultimate crispy skin.
Halloumi Stuffed Aubergine with Lemon and Oregano
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A quick and easy, cheesy canapé of aubergine stuffed with halloumi, which can be made up ahead and cooked in under 15 minutes.
Halloumi with Red Peppers, Artichokes and Preserved Lemon
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Soft roasted red peppers are served with fragrant preserved lemon and plenty of crispy halloumi for the perfect barbecue side dish.
Honey and Orange Griddled Papaya with Mint
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A wonderful blend of tropical flavours with a citrusy twist, this BBQ papaya is a deliciously refreshing dessert for any summer barbecue.
Jerk Cauliflower Wings with Blue Cheese and Sour Cream
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
In this easy recipe, charred florets of jerk-seasoned cauliflower are charred on the barbecue and paired with a tangy blue cheese dip.
Leek and Cheddar Glamorgan Sausages
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
These vegetarian cheesy leek sausages are perfect for serving up on a classic hot dog roll for an excellent summer barbecue party treat.
Lime and Chilli Sweetcorn Fritters With Roasted Tomatoes
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Vibrant, flavourful sweetcorn fritters with chilli, lime and a tasty tomato salsa from Rukmini Iyer's The Green Barbecue.
Lime Pickle, Butternut Squash and Halloumi Burgers
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
These hearty butternut squash and halloumi burgers are an excellent barbecue recipe for meat eaters and vegetarians alike.
Moroccan Griddled Potatoes with Olives, Chickpeas and Preserved Lemon
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Charred potatoes are mixed with preserved lemon, green olives, spiced chickpeas and plenty of spices to create a flavourful potato side dish.
Orange Flower Water Peaches with Rosemary, Almonds and Cream
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Finish your outdoor feast with this sweet treat of peaches with rosemary from Rukmini Iyer's, The Green Barbecue.
Oregano, Pine Nut and Mozzarella Stuffed Mushrooms With Chilli
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Bolster your barbecue repertoire with these stuffed mushrooms packed full of fresh, tasty herbs and spices.
Paneer with Harissa, Green Beans, Chickpeas and Lime
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Paneer is marinated in harissa and grilled alongside green beans, before being served with spiced chickpeas, flatbreads and yogurt.
Red Pepper, Feta, Basil and Pine Nut ‘Burgers’
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Charred on the barbecue these stuffed peppers are perfect served as they are or in burger buns for a deliciously cheesy, barbecued treat.
Ricotta with Griddled Squash, Chard, Honey and Hazelnuts
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Griddled squash is paired with creamy ricotta, honey and toasted hazelnuts for an easy warm veggie BBQ side dish.
Rosemary Grilled Mushrooms with Crispy Halloumi and Lemon
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A great alternative to meat-based barbecue skewers, these simple mushroom and halloumi kebabs are flavoured with lemon and rosemary.
Saffron Pears and Rhubarb with Ricotta
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This super simple dessert pairs lightly charred pears and rhubarb with creamy ricotta, toasted hazelnuts, and a smoky saffron syrup.
Secret Garden Whole Roasted Eggs and New Potatoes with Salsa Verde
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
The salsa verde accompaniment adds a pop of freshness to this moreish roasted egg and potato barbecue dish.
Sesame-Charred Squash with Tenderstem, Spring Onions, Orange and Ginger
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Chargrilled squash and Tenderstem broccoli is finished with a flavourful sesame, orange and ginger dressing for an easy barbecue side.
Sichuan Aubergine Wedges with Black Bean Sauce
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Dressed with chilli, garlic, ginger and soy, these quick and easy aubergine wedges, cooked in black bean sauce, are a perfect vegan barbecue side.
Simple Barbecued New Potatoes with Tarragon, Peanut and Chipotle
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Rukmini Iyer's simply barbecued new potatoes, as seen on BBC1's Saturday Kitchen, are tossed with smoky chipotle peanuts and fresh tarragon. It's a a quick and easy dish with a vibrant flavour profile, and makes for the perfect BBQ side.
Simple Sage and Onion Cannellini Burgers
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Packed with potatoes, onions, and sage these simple bean burgers are an easy vegan BBQ option for the summer months.
Simply Roasted Apricots with Rose and Pistachio
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
The classic pairing of pistachio and rose is combined with ripe roasted apricots in this vegan barbecued dessert.
Smoked Red Cabbage with Raisins, Pecans and Sour Cream
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Bright and colourful, this easy red cabbage salad makes for a fresh and vibrant side salad at any summer party.
Spiced Butter Cauliflower with Marinated Feta and Lemon
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
These cauliflower steaks marinated in spiced butter are topped with marinated feta for an easy stow-stopping barbecue dish.
Spiced Charred Baby Carrots with Hazelnuts and Dill
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Gently spiced and sweetened with maple syrup, these whole griddled carrots are finished with chopped hazelnuts and dill for an easy barbecue side.
Spiced Paneer Kofte with Yogurt and Coriander
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Packed with paneer cheese and a fragrant blend of spices, these kofte are grilled on the barbecue and paired with a creamy yogurt sauce.
Spiced Paneer with Mango, Avocado, Chilli and Coriander
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
The combination of griddled spiced paneer, sweet mango, and creamy avocado make this substantial salad perfect for summer BBQs.
Spiced Parmesan Corn with Lemon and Mint
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A super speedy summer barbecue dish, this recipe takes grilled corn to new heights with Parmesan, lemon and mint.
Squash with Charred Carrots, Red Onions, Coriander Seeds, Pistachios and Lime
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
A simple dish with a complex flavour profile, this plant-based barbecue recipe from Rukmini Iyer combines sweet, caramelised squash and carrot with fragrant spices, tangy lime, and chopped pistachio nuts.
Sri Lankan-Style Aubergine Sticks and Pickled Onion
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
An easy vegan alternative to meat-based skewers, these aubergine kebabs are marinated in turmeric and served with tangy pickled onions.
Sriracha Griddled Tofu with Pickled Onions, Lime and Coriander
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Firm tofu marinated with sriracha is grilled quickly on the barbecue and paired with a quick pickled onion for a vegan-friendly barbecue main.
Summer Pudding Packets: Vanilla Roasted Berries with Toasted Brioche, Mascarpone and Almonds
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
All elements of this super simple version of a summer pudding can be cooked on the grill, a perfect way to finish off a summer evening barbecue.
Sunshine Salad: Griddled Grapefruit and Avocado with Rocket and Pomegranate
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This vibrant salad is a feast of colours and textures with creamy avocado, tart grapefruit and sweet pomegranate on a bed of peppery rocket.
Sweet Potatoes with Rosemary, Lemon and Black Beans
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Lemon and rosemary spiced black beans make a substantial filling for whole-roasted sweet potatoes. Top with a spoon of cooling yoghurt.
Tandoori Fennel Steaks with Mint Raita
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Spiced with cumin, coriander and paprika, these fennel steaks are grilled on the barbecue until lightly charred for an easy summer dish.
The Elvis Afternoon Barbecue Sandwich: Chocolate, Peanut Butter and Banana
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
Chocolate, peanut butter and banana are sandwiched beneath thick hunks of bread and barbecued in this indulgent brunch treat.
Thyme-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Coriander Seeds and Mozzarella
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This warm twist on a classic Italian caprese salad, with roasted tomatoes paired with creamy mozzarella, is perfect for lazy summer barbecues.
Vietnamese Griddled Tofu with Tomatoes and Spring Onions
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This vegan barbecue dish pairs griddled tofu with tomatoes, spring onions and plenty of lime juice.
Yuzu Mushrooms with Coriander and Cashews
Rukmini Iyer · The Green Barbecue
This easy vegan side dish comes together in minutes; a simple zesty yuzu sauce is drizzled over grilled portobello mushrooms.