30 summer picnic food ideas

Picnic food needs to be easy to pack, simple to serve and loved by the whole family. This collection of 30 family picnic food ideas brings together practical recipes designed for outdoor eating, from make-ahead snacks and finger food to hearty salads and shareable favourites. Using familiar ingredients and fuss-free prep, these picnic recipes are ideal for parks, beaches, school holidays and relaxed weekends outdoors.

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Watch step-by-step videos showing how to prep, pack and serve picnic-friendly food with ease.

Cheese and Broccoli Fingers

Recipe: Cheese and Broccoli Fingers

Sticky Hoisin and Garlic Chicken Wings

Recipe: Sticky Hoisin and Garlic Chicken Wings

Broccoli Pesto Pasta Salad

Recipe: Broccoli Pesto Pasta Salad

Lactose Free Cheesy Hawaiian Pizza Scrolls

Recipe: Lactose Free Cheesy Hawaiian Pizza Scrolls

Egg and Tuna Salad Cups

Recipe: Egg and Tuna Salad Cups

Japanese Wasabi Egg Salad Sandwiches

Recipe: Japanese Wasabi Egg Salad Sandwiches

 
These handy picnic essentials help with packing and serving and enjoying food outdoors.

Collapsible Insulated Picnic Basket

Hap Tim Picnic Backpack for 2 - Insulated Cooler, Fleece Blanket, Cutlery Set

Reusable Wheat Straw Dinnerware Set for 6 - Multi-coloured (42pc)

Another Daily Insulated Picnic Bag 26L - Sage

Hap Tim Wicker Picnic Basket Set for 2 with Mini Folding Table

Salisbury & Co Retreat 4 Person Picnic Basket with Table

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