Nothing says summer like a laid-back picnic with good food and sunshine. If you’re planning your next outdoor hangout, it’s time to pack these easy recipes for summer picnics that are stress-free, tasty, and totally transportable. From crowd-pleasing bites to refreshing sides, you won’t be stuck in the kitchen all day. Just grab your basket, pick a shady spot, and let the snacking begin.
Ham And Cheese Sliders On Hawaiian Rolls With Aioli
Great for picnics, this juicy ham, melted Swiss cheese and aioli on soft Hawaiian rolls is baked to perfection and topped with a flavorful butter mixture.
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Corn And Cucumber Salad Recipe
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Jazz up your Summer salad menu with a Corn and Cucumber Salad. The light and healthy mixture of veggies along with a creamy yogurt, mayo and dill dressing will satisfy any palate when the warm weather hits.
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Baked Homemade Pita Chips (In Just 20 Minutes)
Say goodbye to store bought chips and bake homemade seasoned pita chips instead. Crispy, flavorful pita chips for scooping and snacking in 20 minutes!
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Antipasto Skewers Appetizer
This Antipasto Skewers Appetizer is a delicious treat that is easy to prepare and packed with pieces of Italian meat, cheese, and veggies!
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Cheesy Sausage Phyllo Cups With Ranch Dressing
Sausage and cheese phyllo cups are a simple but AMAZING 4-ingredient appetizer that you can prepare in 10 minutes! Great for picnics.
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Light and Fresh Spinach Salad with Strawberries
This strawberry spinach salad with poppy seed dressing has strawberries, fresh spinach and romaine along with pickled onions.
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Mini Pimento Cheese Balls With Bacon And Pecans
One of the most famous of Southern treats, these Pimento Cheese Balls are tangy, cheesy, and creamy—and the perfect appetizer for any event.
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Kentucky Benedictine Sandwiches With Cream Cheese And Cucumbers
Elegant and charming, these Benedictine Tea Sandwiches are a delightful blend of cream cheese and cucumber on soft white bread.
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Tomato Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts
Tomato upside-down puff pastry tarts with roasted cherry tomatoes and Gruyère cheese. An easy, viral-inspired appetizer or lunch recipe.
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Southern 7 Layer Salad with Peas and Mayo
This classic Southern salad layers crisp lettuce, sweet peas, savory bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with a creamy mayo dressing. It’s a make-ahead dish that becomes even more flavorful after chilling overnight.
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Creamy Crab Pinwheels Recipe
This delicious crab pinwheels recipe is stuffed with a creamy filling of cream cheese, crab, cheddar cheese, and a spicy creole seasoning.
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Homemade Kettle Chips Recipe
Homemade Kettle Chips are light, crispy and, so easy to make. Paired with an Onion Dill Dip, you’ll want to make these again and again!
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Zucchini Pasta Salad With Balsamic Vinegar
Pull out the spiralizer and make a refreshing Zucchini Salad with Balsamic Vinegar with cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and zoodles.
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Spicy Roasted Nuts
Spicy roasted nuts made in a skillet are a quick and easy appetizer you can make in just a flash. A healthy snack that’s savory and spicy.
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Greek Cucumber Salad With Lemon Dressing
Looking for a quick and flavorful salad recipe? Try our Greek Salad with refreshing cucumbers and zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light and satisfying meal.
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Bold Chex Mix Recipe Oven Baked
This Homemade Chex Mix Recipe coated in a bold and buttery seasoning is an ideal snack. Great for picnics.
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Ham And Turkey Pinwheels With Cheese
Deliciously simple ham and turkey pinwheels are a delightful appetizer that are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Mini Zucchini Appetizer Quiches
Serve a zucchini appetizer right out of the oven or at room temperature, baked in prepared phyllo cups, they’re a breeze to make.
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Caprese Skewers
These elegant Caprese skewers are the perfect balance of tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Add balsamic glaze for a finger-food twist on a classic salad!
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Southern Cheese Straws with Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Cheese Straws are as Southern as it gets. They’re made with sharp cheddar cheese and basic pantry staples and baked in the oven until golden brown.
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Bow Tie Pasta Salad With Basil Pesto
Easy to make basil pesto pasta salad with bow tie pasta is a flavorful, colorful side that’s great for summer picnics or cookouts. It’s one of my favorite easy pasta salad recipes.
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Swiss Cheese Crackers Recipe
Gruyère cheese crackers are the grown up version of a childhood favorite; homemade but still easy to make with just 4 ingredients.
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Caprese White Bean Salad
This hearty salad combines creamy white beans with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and basil, drizzled with a balsamic glaze. It’s a nutritious, no-cook dinner option that tastes like summer on a plate.
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Rice Krispie Cheese Crackers (Cheese Crispies)
Cheese crispies are a buttery and cheesy finger food that make the perfect non-greasy appetizer or snack. Rice Krispies are the secret!
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Italian Pinwheel Sandwiches
Italian pinwheel sandwiches: easy, versatile, and perfect for picnics, bento box lunches, or party appetizers. Fun-to-eat bites everyone will love, including kids.
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Simply Delicious Ranch Seasoned Oyster Crackers
Is there anything better than placing a tiny little cracker in a bowl of soup? These ranch oyster crackers are so simple to make and keep well, which means you can have them on hand for whenever you need a savory snack or topping for chili.
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Caprese Salad Recipe With Balsamic Dressing
This Caprese Salad recipe is fresh, flavorful and delicious made with tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and garlic balsamic dressing
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Fire Cracker Recipe with Saltines
This Fire Cracker Recipe is a classic Southern tradition that transforms basic saltines into a savory, spicy snack.
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Famous Masters Pimento Cheese Sandwich Recipe
Make the Masters Pimento Cheese Recipe. This creamy, tangy pimento cheese sandwich is perfect for any golf fan or Southern food lover.
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