Have you ever wondered what to pack in your picnic basket to create a memorable outdoor dining experience? Don’t worry because we’ve got you covered! Explore the following 20 picnic food ideas – you’re bound to discover something fascinating to include in your basket. These picnic ideas are dishes, snacks and beverages. Some of the dishes can be eaten with hands, which means the need for cutleries will be determined by your selection. However, don’t forget to toss in serviettes,  toothpicks or dental floss for your convenience. To plan your perfect picnic, click on our previous post How to plan a perfect picnic Happy Picnicking!

 Picnic food ideas content

• Savoury dishes
• Salads
• Sweet treats
• Fruits
• Quench your thirst

        Savoury dishes

1. SANDWICHES: You can prepare a variety of sandwiches with different fillings and flavours.

2. JOLLOF RICE: Jollof rice is a popular choice among West Africans. Nigerians for instance are lovers of Jollof rice. It is often the first thing that comes to mind when you mention picnic food.  How to Make Jollof Rice

3. GRILLED FISH: Grilled fish are a great picnic food idea. It is done by grilling a whole fish like croaker, tilapia, mackerel, and for some Nigerians catfish seasoned with spices like suya spices or a mixture of seasonings with onions and pepper. Imagine having to share this delicious dish with everyone at the picnic.

4. FRIED RICE: Make colourful fried rice with rice and lots of vegetables like bell peppers, spring onions, green peas, sweet corn, and carrots with some other spices.

5. CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS: For finger-licking foods, chicken drumsticks can be a great option. You can season it with your choice of seasonings or spices and grill or fry. Package in a cooler or foil plate.  Enjoy with your picnic team.

6. PIZZA: Pizzas are always the go-to picnic food idea. It can be homemade or bought with your desired toppings. It is a great and easy option for picnics.

7. SMALL CHOPS: Preparing Nigerian assorted small chops like Samosa, spring rolls and puff puff for picnics is a perfect picnic option.

8. MEAT PIE: Prepare delicious snacks like Nigerian Meat pies filled with a flavorful mixture of fillings like minced meat, carrots, potatoes, and seasonings. How to Make Meat Pie

9. CHICKEN SKEWERS: Prepare your chicken skewers by threading pieces of seasoned chicken onto skewers and then grill.

                  SALADS

10. PASTA SALAD: Enjoy your pasta salad made with nice and colourful vegetables which enriches it with great health values.

11. VEGETABLE SALAD: Vegetable salad is a healthy option for picnics. You can prepare this by combining various colourful vegetables like tomatoes, lettuce, cucumber, carrots, and cabbages mixed with a dressing cream. Lay beautifully and cool in the fridge before heading to the picnic location. You can decide whether to package the dressing in a separate container or mix it with the veggies just before consumption, depending on the timing of your picnic. How to prepare Vegetable Salad

12. FRUIT SALAD: Fruit salad is a healthy option for a picnic. It adds a taste of natural sweetness to your outdoor feast. It could be a mixture of apples, watermelon, berries, and some other fruits of your choice chopped and combined in a bowl. You can serve it with or without dressing.

                SWEET TREATS

13. CUPCAKES: Cupcakes are one of the best picnic food ideas. It adds a touch of sweetness to gatherings. It is essential to pack them in boxes to prevent melting, and frosting in warm weather. You can enjoy it with a chilled drink.

14. COOKIES: Cookies are crunchy snacks made from sugar, flour, eggs, and butter and topped with chocolate chips and flavourful nuts. These sweet treats can be added to your picnic basket.15. CHIN-CHIN: Chin-chin is a sweet and crunchy snack for munching. Consider packing this in an airtight container for your picnic. How to Make Chin Chin

                     FRUITS

16. WHOLE FRESH FRUITS: Consider packing Fresh and colourful fruits like Apples, strawberries, pineapples, grapes, bananas, watermelons, and oranges in your picnic basket.

17. YOGHURT PARFAITS: You should consider adding Yogurt parfait to your picnic basket. Create this with creamy yoghurt and fruits with other toppings like granola or nuts.

              QUENCH YOUR THIRST

18. CHAPMAN: Chapman is a refreshing Nigerian cocktail that’s perfect for picnics.

19. ZOBO DRINK: Quench your taste with the Nigerian hibiscus drink infused with ginger, sugar, and a hint of pineapple flavour. How to make ZOBO DRINK

20. ORANGE JUICE: Orange juice is a liquid extracted from orange tree fruits, It is made by squeezing oranges either by hand or through a commercial process.

So with your picnic basket ready and these food ideas at your fingertips it is time to create something memorable with your picnic team. Don’t forget to stay hydrated so ensure to pack some bottles of water to keep everyone hydrated.

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