Picnics are one of the best ways to get out of the house and enjoying the beautiful sun, especially after a long winter. Whether its a family outing or a date for you and your significant other, these easy summer picnic food ideas are kid friendly, customizable and sure to make you want to soak up the summer.
Refreshing Salads To Keep You Cool!
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Southwest Chicken Salad in a Jar
Southwest chicken salad in a jar with creamy Greek yogurt ranch—an easy, healthy, travel-friendly meal perfect for meal prep and busy days.
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Crispy Smashed Potato Salad
This Crispy Smashed Potato Salad is the perfect warm-weather side dish! Roasted baby potatoes are smashed, baked until golden, and tossed in a creamy herby dressing. Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or summer dinners.
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Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad
This colorful and flavorful Strawberry Avocado Pasta Salad is the perfect summer dish! It’s so quick and easy to make strawberry pasta salad.
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Sweet & Spicy Watermelon Salad
This easy Asian Watermelon Salad is sweet, spicy and delicious! The cut fruit in the Thai-inspired dressing is so refreshing on hot days and the perfect picnic food idea for potlucks. One of our favorite healthy 4th of July part food ideas, you can make it in 15 minutes for summer lunches or dinner. (You can also add mint leaves or cucumber for crunch!)
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Party Salad
This Doritos Taco Salad brings big flavor with zero fuss. It’s bold, crunchy, and made to feed a crowd – perfect for weeknights, parties, or potlucks. It’s super easy to make and tastes amazing.
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Sandwiches That Will Leave You Salivating!
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Hummus Bagel Recipe (Veggie Bagel Sandwich)
Quick and easy hummus bagel sandwich is loaded with fresh veggies and hummus on a toasted everything bagel perfect for breakfast or lunch.
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Ribeye Steak Sandwich
These ribeye steak sandwiches might sound like a fancy dinner, but at the end of the day, they are still just a really good sandwich. They are simple to put together, loaded with bold flavor, and feel a little extra without being complicated. The best part is they make a…
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8
Triple Meat Sub Sandwich
Filled with bologna, ham, salami and veg, this triple meat sub sandwich with creamy sub sauce will satisfy your hunger and taste buds!
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Vegan BLT Tempeh Sandwich
This Vegan Tempeh Sandwich is whole lot healthier than your traditional BLT, but you’re guaranteed to be just as satisfied after your plate is polished off.
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Peanut Butter Jelly and Banana Sliders
Peanut Butter, Jelly and Banana Sliders are a great option for kids when it comes to picnic foods.
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These Wonderful Wraps Are Great To Make Ahead!
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Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Wrap Recipe
Easy, healthy, and delicious, these chicken wraps are travel friendly.
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Veggie Pinwheels
Easy to make veggie pinwheels are the perfect appetizer, snack, or game day party food, and are great for packing in lunchboxes or on picnics.
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Easy Italian Tortilla Wraps with Salami & Provolone
These no-bake Italian tortilla wraps are packed with savory deli meats, provolone, and zesty cream cheese, perfect for lunch or easy meal prep!
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Mexican Burrito Roll Ups
Mom’s Burrito Roll Ups are bite-size Mexican Rollups perfect for an appetizer to share at a party. Roll up, refrigerate, slice and enjoy!
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Snacks For Easy Grabbing!
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Gluten-Free Leek Fritters With Chickpea Flour
Savory and crispy leek fritters (veggie cakes) with sautéed leeks, chickpea flour, and a touch of curry powder—gluten-free and vegan-friendly!
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Easy Garlic Hummus without Tahini
This easy garlic hummus recipe without tahini is incredibly delicious and comes together with just a handful of ingredients.
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Mini Chocolate Chip Muffins
Our mini chocolate chip muffins are made with Greek yogurt and buttermilk. They are light, tender and filled with mini chocolate chips.
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2-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge (No Bake)
This no bake 2-ingredient peanut butter fudge is quick and easy to make in the microwave. You only need peanut butter and frosting, that’s it!
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Final Thoughts!
Summer picnics don’t have to be stressful, even when you’re navigating food allergies and trying to please picky eaters. The key is keeping things simple and preparing what you can ahead of time.
I’ve learned that the best picnic memories aren’t made from perfect Pinterest-worthy spreads. They come from kids running around with watermelon juice on their faces, finding the perfect shady spot, and everyone actually eating without complaints.
Pick 2-3 recipes that sound doable for your family and start there. You can always add more variety as you get comfortable with your go-to picnic menu.
What’s your family’s current picnic favorite? I’d love to hear what works for you in the comments below or on my Instagram!
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