31 Simple Summer Picnic Recipes You’ll Love

"This Caprese sandwich! Stuffed with fresh basil and tomatoes, it's simple and delicious."

"Amp up your summer sandwiches with fried chicken fingers and zesty cabbage slaw."

"It’s all the name! This simple, old-school egg salad recipe will fit right in on your picnic spread, whether you put it between two slices of bread or spread it on toasted baguette slices."

Enjoy a European-style picnic with this selection of simple charcuterie board favorites. Picnics are delicious with fruits, crackers, bread, and cheese. This is a 5-minute cheeseboard everyone will love and perfect for quick picnics.

"This bright hummus wrap is layered with crisp fresh veggies, hemp seeds, and a light spinach hummus - perfect for packing for a healthy picnic!"

Serve these lobster rolls in a toasted, buttered bun with crisp lettuce for the ultimate summer sandwich.

"This big sandwich, inspired by one I tried at a New York deli, is a favorite with our football-watching crowd. Made ahead, it's easily carted to any gathering. Kids and adults alike say it's super."

A simple ham salad recipe elevated to incredible with the addition of a few unique ingredients. And is utterly delicious. Ready in 10 minutes, it's a salad you'll make all season!

Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Bulgogi is one of my favorite meals on earth. Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Bulgogi Wraps with cabbage, carrots, and rice is one of my guy's favorite meals on earth. Succulent flavors of South Korean bulgogi, easy to prepare with a slow cooker, a bag of coleslaw, and wrapped in a flour tortilla. Delicious now or freeze for later lunches and dinners.

"Take the classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich on the go with these skewers. They also make easy snacks."

"Hand-held and picnic-friendly, these chicken-stuffed pockets pack a double dose of whole grains from brown rice and whole-wheat pitas. The chicken can be made up to 2 days in advance."

This Quinoa Salad is a favorite healthy salad, packed with vegetables and herbs, and perfect for lunches, picnics, and sides.

"The only way to enjoy sweet corn? With plenty of butter, of course!"

This fresh, easy pasta salad recipe comes together in under 30 minutes! Tossed in a tangy vinaigrette & filled with veggies, it's a sure cookout hit.

"This protein-filled pasta salad will actually fill you up."

"This Israeli couscous salad recipe is packed with raw & roasted cherry tomatoes, feta, chickpeas & herbs. Perfect for a picnic or packing for lunch!"

"If you're planning a picnic, make this pasta a day ahead. For my husband's lunch at work, I sometimes tie a plastic fork on the jar."

It's grandma's favorite potato salad. Could there be a picnic without potato salad?

If you have 10 minutes, this White Bean Salad is for you. Packed with healthy protein, this creamy salad is filled with fresh vegetables and herbs. And then dressed in a deliciously simple vinaigrette.

"Sure, saltines are great on their own, but with this topping, they're twice as delicious."

These Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are the perfect way to celebrate zucchini season. Rich and dense and chocolaty muffins are so delicious, you'll want to make a double batch!

These mini desserts let you bring your favorite apple pie in the picnic basket!

This French Apple Hand Pies recipe is a super easy, delicious adaptation of French Apple Pie. And are reminiscent of a favorite boulangerie. Simple and sweet, perfect with a cup of tea. 

Homemade Fudgy Oreo Brownies are the ultimate in chocolatey, rich, and thick fudgy brownie decadence. A simple recipe that delivers chocolate paradise.

These simple Strawberry Crumble Bars are deliciously summery with sweet fresh strawberries and an irresistible crumble topping. Perfect for backyard summer BBQ, picnics, or when you're craving a sweet treat.

Simple Peanut Butter Cookies are the ultimate in comfort, a classic chewy and cakey cookie with the addictive peanut butter flavor we love.