Headed on a picnic and need recipe ideas? Here are all the most fun and delicious picnic food ideas! The best foods for picnicking aren’t just tasty: they’re foods that are easy to make ahead, store, and transport to site. You’ll want fresh salads that do well in the refrigerator, and sandwiches that are portable and don’t get soggy. Accessorize with some dips and sweets, and everyone will be singing your praises. Every one of these recipes has been tasted and approved by real people (us!) for use at a picnic.
And now…the top picnic food ideas to try!
More recipe ideas
Need more fun and transportable food ideas? Here are a few more recipes with a light and summery vibe:
Mix up a great Watermelon Salad with MintBring little jars of Classic GazpachoAssemble Goat Cheese Crostini with summery fruits or vegetables onsiteMake a no-cook Smoked Salmon SaladGo classic with everyone’s favorite Broccoli Salad
No reviews **Using neutral oil in this pasta salad helps leftovers keep in the fridge: if you use only olive oil, it clumps up after about 1 day of storage. If you’re not planning to have leftovers, you can use 100% olive oil if you prefer. ***In a rush? Substitute ¾ cup Italian dressing or your purchased vinaigrette dressing of choice for the homemade dressing.
