9 Summer Specials For An Unforgettable Picnic Spread

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Believe it or not, everyone remembers that one picnic where the food was just perfect. There is just too much to consider – allergies, preferences, seasonal produce – that you sometimes feel like there is not a single item left that everyone would love and never forget. Especially if you have a family full of picky eaters, the idea of a perfect picnic spread seems impossible. Well, as they say, nothing is impossible! Try these 9 picnic specials that are easy to put together, easier to carry, and perfect enough to be remembered forever.

Vegetable fritters

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These fritters are easy to cook and even easier to carry along for a family picnic. These fritters include the goodness of all your favorite seasonal veggies. If your children are picky eaters, you can easily customize them based on what they like. Full Recipe: Vegetable Fritters

Tofu Wraps

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Simple and flavorful – these wraps are the perfect choice if you are looking for some vegetarian options to include in your picnic basket. A big plus point is that you can add anything in their according to your likes and dislikes, so these wraps are easily customizable. Full Recipe: Tofu Wraps

Balsamic Pasta Salad

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Outdoor picnics seem incomplete without some pasta. To keep it healthy and easy to carry, combine cooked pasta with grilled veggies. Top it with some delicious, homemade balsamic dressing for a tangy finish. Full Recipe: Balsamic Pasta Salad

Blueberry Banana Muffins

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No picnic basket is complete without some dessert, and the most travel-friendly desserts are muffins. For your summer picnics, take full advantage of the abundance of blueberries and prepare these juicy, yummy blueberry banana muffins for your outdoor picnics. Full Recipe: Blueberry Banana Muffins

Harissa Yogurt Dip

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Where there are snacks, there must be dips! Specifically, rich, creamy, tangy ones which are easy to prepare, like this harissa yogurt dip. Bring this along with you on picnics and enjoy watching your family devour this with fresh veggies and crackers. Full Recipe: Harissa Yogurt Dip

Chicken Salad Wraps

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Bursting with flavor and full of nutrition, these chicken salad wraps are a perfect addition to your picnic baskets. The freshness and the crunch of the salad add a little something extra to your wraps. Full Recipe: Chicken Salad Wraps

Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa

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Fish and Mango Salsa together make for an out-of-this-world culinary experience. An easy way to transport this heavenly combination is to turn them into tacos. This Mexican-inspired snack brings the goodness of seasonal fruits and fish to your picnic spread. Full Recipe: Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa

Chicken Fajita Quesadillas

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Grilled cheese is an all-time favorite where kids are concerned. To make them flavorful and easy to transport, try these easy and flavorful quesadillas. Filled with chicken fajita and some seasonal veggies, these quesadillas put traditional grilled cheese to shame. Full Recipe: Chicken Fajita Quesadillas 

Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies

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Add something-chocolate to your picnic spread with these delicious triple chocolate-chip cookies. Filled with the goodness of three different types of chocolate, these cookies are the type that will make your picnic spread unforgettable. Full Recipe: Triple Chocolate Chip Cookies

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