5 Easy Meals to Prepare for a Picnic

While it's technically still winter, the weather here in Austin allows us to have some fun outside. A picnic can be a great excuse to spend some time with friends and family at the park, breathing fresh air, and enjoying the sunshine. However, if you need a few ideas on what food to bring on your picnic, you'll find some in the following post.

Food for a Perfect Picnic

Sandwiches

If you want to enjoy a balanced, nutritious, delicious, and easy-to-prepare meal while you're on your picnic, then you can't go wrong with a turkey ham sandwich filled with greens, tomato, and avocado.

Toast

If your friends and family have very different tastes and preferences, then toast is the perfect option! You can bring hummus, jam, avocado, and other toppings so everyone's satisfied.

Quesadillas

When thinking about a picnic, you don't want to worry about bringing silverware, plates, etc. Portability is the key, and quesadillas can be easily taken from one place to another without much hassle.

Salads

If you'll be having a fresh day in the park, then why not enjoy a fresh meal with it? You can even follow this recipe to make a strawberry, chicken salad that will give your picnic a savory and nutritious twist.

Sweets

Finally, if you want to take your picnic to the next level, then you need to include some sweet treats on your menu. Freshly-baked cookies, for example, can make your afternoon out even more special.

Come to Great Harvest, the Best Bakery in Austin

At Great Harvest in Austin, you'll find a wide variety of delicious whole grain bread and tasty sweet treats that are sure to make your picnic even better. Call (512) 329-9216 for more information on their menu, or if you want to get your hands on the best bread in Austin.