Delicious Recipes To Celebrate National Picnic Month

When’s the last time you enjoyed delicious snacks while outside breathing fresh air, bonding with friends and family, and taking in the sights and sounds around you? If you’re having a hard time remembering, that’s OK! Now’s a great time to create new memories, especially during National Picnic Month.

These recipes will give you a great starting point in what to pack that’s healthy and tasty. So, grab a blanket and cooler and head to your favorite park to spend some quality time with your loved ones this summer.

Secret Fruit Salad

There’s no secret here; we love this recipe! With simple ingredients, you’ll be able to put everything together the day of your next picnic adventure. Just be sure to bring enough for everyone!

Ingredients:

1 pound of strawberries, quartered

1 pint blueberries

1 pint raspberries

2 peaches, sliced

2 cups grapes

2 tablespoons vanilla instant pudding mix powder

For the full recipe, visit Rachel Schultz.

Egg Salad Sandwiches

This egg salad can be eaten straight from the bowl, but we think it goes better on bread! This recipe is rich, creamy and flavorful while using less mayonnaise than traditional options.

Ingredients:

6 large eggs

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 to 3 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1/4 cup finely diced red onion

1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

1 teaspoon capers, optional

For the full recipe, visit Love & Lemons.

Mini Apple Pies

It’s hard to argue what goes better with summer than apple pie. With this twist on the classic recipe, you and your guests will enjoy this treat that travels well, making it perfect to cap off your picnic.

Ingredients:

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/4 teaspoon salt

Filling:

1/4 cup sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

2 cups finely chopped, peeled tart apples

2 tablespoons cold unsalted butter

Finishing:

1 large egg yolk

2 tablespoons water

Coarse sugar and cinnamon sugar

For the full recipe, visit Taste of Home.