Enjoy time outside with a family picnic to a park. Having lunch at the park or even your own backyard is a great way to enjoy great food and sunshine! These recipes are perfect picnic food ideas because they can easily be made ahead and are portable. Focus on fresh summer produce and recipes that are easy to make. Try fresh salads, pinwheel sandwiches and even a poke cake for dessert. These are the perfect recipes to enjoy outside for a fun afternoon in the sun.
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Italian Pinwheels
These Italian Pinwheels are made with smoky deli meats, some veggies, and creamy cheese. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or even on game day. Try it soon and enjoy the delicious combination of flavors this dish offers!
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Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Canned tuna adds to this wonderful Italian Pasta salad ideal for any occasion. South Italian tomatoes, olives, and spicy red pepper blend perfectly with pasta. This is then dressed with oregano and garlic powder to add a tangy flavor to the salad.
Get the recipe: Zesty Italian Pasta Salad
Ham and Cheese Pinwheels
Simple classic tortilla wrap-ups, these ham and cheese pinwheels are a no-brainer for picnics. Easy to make, kids love them, and they taste exactly like everyone's favorite sandwich.
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Creamsicle Orange Fluff Jello Salad
This fluffy fluff salad is made with mandarin oranges, cool whip and cream cheese to give the flavor of a creamsicle. This is the perfect no-bake dessert to serve at picnics and holiday gatherings!
Get the recipe: Creamsicle Orange Fluff Jello Salad
Monster Cookies
These chewy and soft monster cookies will be an instant hit with your kids. They have M&Ms, oats, peanut butter, and chocolate chips as ingredients. These ingredients bring a combination of flavors and texture to these cookies, making them a delicious snack.
Get the recipe: Monster Cookies
Salmon Salad Sandwiches
A 10-minute savory lunch or snack to go - sandwich with salmon salad. Light, healthy, and yummy. Creamy citrusy salmon mix, with crunchy fresh lettuce and veggies, and chewy soft bread - a perfect quick refuel on the go.
Get the recipe: Salmon Salad Sandwiches.
Brownie Bites
If you are a fan of brownie edges- these brownies are for you! These are rich and dense with that crisp brownie edge in every bite.
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Easy Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches With Cream Cheese
These Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches are easy to make and are best when made ahead making them an ideal appetizer for parties. These pinwheels have a delicious cream cheese spread that everyone loves!
Get the recipe: Easy Turkey Pinwheel Sandwiches
Mini BLT Sliders Appetizers
These BLT skewers are a fun appetizer your guests will love. These have all the flavor of a regular BLT sandwich in an easier eat handheld version.
Get the recipe: Mini BLT Sliders Appetizers
Chocolate Covered Pineapple
This sweet treat is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients. These chocolate covered pineapple sticks are perfect for a treat at BBQ's, picnics or for a healthier treat for the kids.
Get the recipe: Chocolate Covered Pineapple
Easy Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps
These Easy Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps are quick and easy to make. You can make the homemade croutons and dressing or use a store bought for convenience. If you love Caesar salads, you'll love this easy to eat wrap!
Get the recipe: Easy Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps
Lemon Poke Cake Recipe (With Jello Pudding)
Calling all lemon fans! This Lemon Poke Cake is a burst of citrusy flavor. The cake is incredibly moist, and it's layered with a tangy lemon pudding and a cloud of whipped cream. A final touch of lemon zest adds a bright finish.
Get the recipe: Lemon Poke Cake Recipe
Summer Watermelon Salad With Mint And Cucumber
This Watermelon Salad with Mint and Cucumber is fresh, flavorful and perfect for any summer gathering. Bring it to potlucks, backyard cookouts, or enjoy it poolside for a light lunch.
Get the recipe: Summer Watermelon Salad With Mint And Cucumber
Southern Chessmen Cookie Banana Pudding
Southern Chessmen Cookie Banana Pudding is made with layers of buttery cookies, bananas and a decadent pudding. This is made in a 13x9 inch dish making it an easy potluck dessert.
Get the recipe: Southern Chessmen Cookie Banana Pudding
Pesto Turkey Sandwich
Turkey pesto sandwiches: The perfect lunch solution! These flavorful and easy-to-make sandwiches are ideal for using leftover turkey or deli slices. Packed with protein and customizable with your favorite veggies, they're a lunch option you'll love any time of year.
Get the recipe: Pesto Turkey Sandwich
Easy Seven Layer Cookie Bars (Magic Bars)
These ooey gooey seven layer bars are made with a graham cracker crust, a layer of chocolate chips, butterscotch chips, sweetened coconut, nuts and a can of sweetened condensed milk binds everything together into a bar that is irresistible.
Get the recipe: Easy Seven Layer Cookie Bars (Magic Bars)
Mediterranean Green Bean Salad With Lemon Dressing
This Mediterranean green bean salad has crisp blanched green beans, tomatoes, salty feta cheese and briny olives for a delicious fresh side dish. This salad is quick to make and a delicious spring time dish.
Get the recipe: Mediterranean Green Bean Salad With Lemon Dressing
Cucumber Salad
This Cucumber Salad Recipe is the perfect light and refreshing lunch or go-to side dish. Filled with crunchy cucumbers, quick-pickled red onions, and avocado, it’s easy to enjoy this cucumber salad year-round with your favorite recipes!
Get the recipe: Cucumber Salad
7 Layer Dip
This classic 7-Layer Dip brings all your favorite Tex-Mex flavors together in one incredible appetizer. Layers of refried beans, salsa, guacamole, cheddar cheese, and sour cream create a delicious dish that's guaranteed to be a hit at any get together!
Get the recipe: 7 Layer Dip
Easy Spaghetti Pasta Salad
This Easy Spaghetti Pasta Salad is packed with veggies and cheese, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. The spaghetti provides a delicious base for all the yummy ingredients, and the entire dish comes together in just 10 minutes, perfect for busy potlucks or barbecues!
Get the recipe: Easy Spaghetti Pasta Salad
Chopped Italian Sandwich
Ready in just 10 minutes, this Chopped Italian sandwich is made with deli meats combined with cheese, lettuce, and tomatoes, and mixed in a perfect tangy dressing that is sure the please everyone!
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Honey Lime Fruit Salad
This Fresh Fruit Salad with honey lime dressing is a great snack to enjoy. A burst of fresh, ripe fruit and berries combined into a beautiful, refreshingly sweet summer bowl. Easy to make, packed with vibrant colors, and tastes amazing.
Get the recipe: Honey Lime Fruit Salad
Easy Cowboy Caviar Recipe
Spice up your next gathering with this Zesty Cowboy Caviar! This crowd-pleasing recipe is bursting with hearty beans, juicy corn, and crisp veggies, all tossed in a vibrant dressing that'll tantalize your taste buds. Whip it up in just 20 minutes (perfect for busy hosts!), or make it ahead for a stress-free potluck contribution. Everyone will be raving about this flavor fiesta!
Get the recipe: Easy Cowboy Caviar
Strawberry Fluff Salad
Craving a quick and delightful dessert? Look no further than this Strawberry Fluff Salad! Made with only 5 ingredients, this recipe is a breeze to whip up. Fresh strawberries mingle with fluffy marshmallows and creamy whipped topping, creating a light and refreshing treat.
Get the recipe: Strawberry Fluff Salad
Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups With Creamy Lemon Dill Spread
These Smoked Salmon Pinwheels are packed with flavor and can be prepped in advance for entertaining. They're not just for parties either, they make a delicious lunch option as well.
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Jennifer Aniston Salad
This Jennifer Aniston salad is so tasty and easy to make it is the perfect vegetarian main meal or healthy side dish!
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Waldorf Salad Recipe With Greek Yogurt
This Waldorf salad recipe has crunchy apples, grapes, dried cherries, and pecans tossed in a tangy Greek yogurt dressing. This is the perfect spring side dish that can be served with any meal.
Get the recipe: Waldorf Salad Recipe With Greek Yogurt
Roasted Garlic Hummus Recipe
This easy Roasted Garlic Hummus recipe is made in just minutes in a high powered blender. Blend until smooth and creamy and serve with pita chips for the perfect party snack.
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Jalapeno Deviled Eggs
Looking for an easy and delicious appetizer? Look no further than Jalapeno Deviled Eggs! This twist on a classic is full of flavor and comes together in no time. They're sure to be a hit at your next party!
Get the recipe: Jalapeno Deviled Eggs
Herbed Potato Salad
Bursting with the freshness of lemon, herbs, and garlic this potato salad is so easy to make and tastes delicious. Perfect as an accompaniment for any dish this summer.
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Easy Caprese Skewers With Balsamic Glaze Recipe
Spruce up your gatherings with these Mini Caprese Skewers! They capture the beloved flavors of caprese salad in a light, fresh, and bite-sized package. Perfect for potlucks, summer BBQs, or even Easter brunch, these colorful skewers are a crowd-pleaser any time of year.
Get the recipe: Mini Caprese Skewers With Balsamic Glaze Recipe
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