Simple Picnic Food Ideas + Picnic Planning Tips

If you’re looking for a quick and easy lunch idea, this simple Ham and Cheese Wrap recipe is hard to beat. A few simple ingredients and 10 minutes is all you need to make these popular ham and cheese roll ups.

Mini sandwiches are a great snack not only for kids lunchboxes, but they are also perfect for brunch, party, baby shower or picnic. Ready in 10 minutes, these simple ham and cheese sandwiches are always a hit at any gathering!

Turkey wraps are the perfect meal on the go and can be made with turkey from the deli or even leftover roast turkey. Add in your favorite veggies, cheese, a smear of sauce and roll it all up!

This EASY BLT Dip starts with a cream cheese and sour cream mixture with Ranch seasoning. It’s served cold and topped with layers of crispy bacon, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.

Cucumber pinwheels, or cucumber and cream cheese sandwich rolls, are always a huge hit, no matter where or when you serve them. Great for picnics, bbqs, school or work packed lunches, afternoon tea or even a light dinner!

In the summer when the tomatoes are fresh from the garden, this classic BLT sandwich is a best tasting thing. Enjoy fresh food that is simple and healthy.

This easy and creamy Avocado Egg Salad provides a delicious twist on regular Egg Salad! Made with a simple mayonnaise mixture, hard-boiled eggs, and cubed avocado, it can be enjoyed in just 20 minutes alongside your favorite crackers, spread over toast, or as a filling!

These are the perfect easy, yet stunning, dessert for any special occasion where you want to celebrate all things pink!

These easy everything bagel cream cheese peppers are the perfect appetizer for game day or any time. Here’s how to make them!

Old-Fashioned Homemade Banana Pudding from scratch is a quick and easy dessert. Rich and creamy vanilla pudding, combined with layers of crunchy vanilla wafers and perfectly ripe bananas. Easy to assemble and packed with flavor, this is a favorite at any gathering, potluck, picnic, or Holiday!

Our favorite chicken salad sandwich features a light, tangy Greek yogurt dressing and a burst of sweetness from some fresh red grapes. A bit of diced cucumber adds crunch and texture, while hearty slices of pumpernickel bread give this sandwich a rich, cozy vibe.

Easy to assemble and no cooking required, this Summer Charcuterie Board is the perfect summer recipe. It’s wonderful for entertaining and BBQs, and it makes a wonderful date night recipe as well. This recipe is gluten-free as written, but you can also serve it with your favorite crusty artisan bread.

Next time you need a fun snack for watching the big game, movie night, a potluck, or even just for an unusual weeknight family dinner, make these delicious Bacon Cheeseburger Bites. Perfect little bite size cheeseburgers made easy with meatballs, American cheese, crisp bacon, lettuce, and a bright red cherry tomato–so much flavor in a bite-size appetizer!

This cold pressed sandwich, aka brick sandwich, is loaded with , , mozzarella, red peppers, and arugula. It is perfect for picnics and parties!

Say goodbye to boring lettuce and hello to this refreshing Cold Salmon Salad with Avocado Lime Dressing. Packed with flavor, nutrients, and a delightful combination of textures, this salad will leave you feeling satisfied and energized.

This Blueberry Pound Cake with a Vanilla Glaze is moist, sweet and over the top delicious! It's the perfect dessert or breakfast to whip up in the Summer when fresh blueberries are in season. Be prepared to watch it get devoured!

Marshmallow fruit dip is the easiest snack, appetizer or dessert and takes fresh fruit to the next level! Watch this sweet and creamy dip disappear at your next potluck, picnic, holiday party or birthday celebration. It is simple to make this fruit dip last minute with just 4 ingredients and 5 minutes!

Delicious Greek Chicken Pasta Salad packed with juicy tomatoes, fresh cucumbers, zippy red onion, smoky kalamata olives, and tangy feta cheese. This easy pasta salad is a great side or main dish for BBQs, parties, and potlucks.

Delicious Sunny Picnic Quiches made with chorizo, pepper, and cheddar cheese. Perfect for making with children and ideal for lunchboxes!

These homemade chicken tenders taste so much better than anything you’ve had at a restaurant. There’s no deep frying, but good quality chicken is key.

White chocolate raspberry blondies are irresistibly indulgent dessert bars that combine the creamy sweetness of white chocolate with the tangy burst of raspberries. They boast a soft and chewy texture, complemented by the contrasting flavors of the rich white chocolate and the bright, fruity notes of raspberries.

Being able to make a great sandwich that is a full meal deal, in not just good for summer months (because little kitchen heat) but also great for busy weeknights. Other than the bacon (which you could make ahead of time for the whole week ahead), this can be ready pretty fast. These Turkey Bacon Grinders are a flavor packed filling sandwich that make for a great dinner.

This simple and refreshing TexMex Cucumber Corn Salad is so easy to prepare and packed with flavor! A refreshing twist on a Mexican elote corn salad, this dish combines cucumbers and corn with jalapenos, red onion, cilantro and a sour cream dressing you will love.

This pinwheel recipe is the ultimate finger food! These tortilla roll ups are perfect for entertaining and endlessly customizable.

Lemon Cake Mix Cookies with Easy Lemon Glaze! Only 4 Ingredient Lemon Cookies! The perfect summer dessert recipe barbecues and picnics!

These fruit kabobs are easy to customize to create a healthy and delicious treat that’s perfect for any occasion.

Cool, crunchy, and refreshing, these Chicken Salad Cucumber Boats are a fun and low-carb way to enjoy chicken salad. Serve for lunch, as a snack, or cut into smaller bites for a buffet table.

Veggie hummus cups are a gorgeous colorful and fun way to serve hummus. Absolutely perfect for a snack or a party, particularly a Peter Rabbit-themed birthday party.

Pinwheel sandwiches are perfect for a party, holiday snacking, picnic, or a fun meal and these delicious Italian Pinwheels are sure to be a favorite. Tortillas stuffed with Genoa salami, pepperoni, provolone cheese, romaine lettuce, and a homemade pepper cream cheese spread, these Italian Roll-Ups are filling and full of flavor.

These slightly spicy Buffalo Chicken Pinwheels are the perfect handheld appetizer. These pinwheels are a combination of chicken, cheese and hot sauce wrapped in a flour tortilla, that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser for parties, game day or even lunch for the kids.