Pack the perfect picnic with these amazing recipes. This collection of the of the best picnic food ideas – sandwiches, salads, pasta salads, wraps, sides, desserts and drinks prepared to pack and easy to clean up.
The perfect picnic food ideas to enjoy in the park, on the beach, boat or your own backyard! The best picnic foods are easy-to-eat, handheld, that you can make ahead.
Picnic Sandwiches
Sandwiches are easy to eat – anywhere! No utensils required. Enjoy them wrapped to help contain condiments.
I created these sandwiches specifically for picnics! Inspired by a market in Carmel -by-the-Sea, we enjoyed similar when we picnicked on the beach. I loved them so much, I had to recreate them. They are so simple, but my tips make them better than the rest! I hope you love them, too!
Picnic Sandwiches
These easy picnic sandwiches are perfect for the park, beach, boating, for school outings and more!
Handheld Picnic Bites
Picnic Snacks
Picnic Dips
Thicker dips are best for picnics because they’re less messy than thinner dips, staying on your chips, crackers and veggies. Hummus is one of our favorite dips to pack.
Favorite Pasta Salads to Pack
Pasta salads pack well individually in jars or in a large bowl to plate for your picnic. They keep well and are refreshing on a hot summer day. These favorites pack a lot of flavor, too!
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Salads
Picnic Sides
Picnic Ideas for Couples
Love to know where you found that beautiful blanket and adorable picnic basket
You can get the beach towel/blanket here – I’ve had it for 6 years now and still use it weekly! The picnic basket was Martha Stewart and has been discontinued, but there are a few shops selling it online. Enjoy!
I canโt wait to try out a picnic like this one this 4th of July! Itโs such a cute idea!ย