Picnic Recipes

Pack a basket with your favorite dishes for outdoor dining, like potluck salads, finger foods, grilled burgers, cold drinks and more easy picnic recipes.

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    Beer Dip

    148 reviews

    Beer dip combines all the best things for party food: a creamy dip, ranch dressing, lots of cheese and, of...


    Pig Pickin’ Cake

    113 reviews

    A pig pickin’ cake is a southern delight that tastes like sunshine in every bite.


    Ham Biscuits

    3 reviews

    Ham biscuits are a genius way to use up leftover ham. Just add homemade buttery biscuits, and you've got a...


    Blueberry Cloud Pie

    10 reviews

    I always make two of these pies at a time because my husband and five children devour them! It's so...


    Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizzas

    13 reviews

    Take advantage of seasonal fruits, and add a pop of color to simple cookies with these adorable sugar cookie fruit...


    Celebration Cheese Balls

    2 reviews

    A handful of simple ingredients that go together in minutes, three fun flavorful options…these creamy cheese balls from our Test...


    Barbecued Beef Ribs

    3 reviews

    These tender, slow-cooked beef ribs with a tangy sauce are a cinch to make. They’re great for picnics and parties....


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    Meringue Cookies

    56 reviews

    These sweet little swirls are light as can be. They're all you need after a big, special dinner. —Jenni Sharp,...

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    Baked Salmon Patties

    48 reviews

    Wholesome lunch and dinner entrees don't get much simpler than baked salmon patties. A quick mixture of canned salmon, bread...


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    Honey-Barbecue Wings

    5 reviews

    These honey-barbecue wings will satisfy even the biggest game-day snacks enthusiast! The wings are fried until crisp, and the sweet-and-savory...


    Lemon Orzo Salad

    9 reviews

    This bright lemon orzo salad recipe is just the thing you’ll want to have on hand when you’re in need...


    Quick Barbecued Beans

    14 reviews

    Barbecued beans are a simple, classic recipe and cooking them on the grill adds great smoky flavor. —Millie Vickery, Lena,...


    Mini Barbecue Meat Loaves

    47 reviews

    Cheesy, tangy, and super juicy, these mini loaves are a total treat.


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    Bacon-Wrapped Hot Dogs

    4 reviews

    These crowd-pleasing bacon-wrapped hot dogs are just what your potluck/picnic/weeknight dinner has been missing.


    Portobello Gnocchi Salad

    2 reviews

    Pan sauteing the gnocchi eliminates the need to boil them, while creating a wonderful tasty crispy coating on them. The...


    Bacon Deviled Eggs

    13 reviews

    These bacon deviled eggs are the perfect potluck or barbecue party snack when you need an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer for...


    Salmon Sliders

    2 reviews

    The fresh flavors of the salmon and herbs are just unbeatable. I serve these as full-size burgers on kaiser rolls,...

    Key Lime Bars

    17 reviews

    These refreshing Key lime bars have the perfect balance of sweet-tart flavors. Offer them up as handheld treats for a...


    Fresh Peach Lemonade

    8 reviews

    Put a fruity twist on lemonade with our peach lemonade recipe. Juicy peaches add summer sweetness to a pitcher of...


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    Crab-Stuffed Avocado

    10 reviews

    A crab-stuffed avocado recipe blends savory and spicy seafood with the creamy luxury of avocado. Broiled and topped with melted...


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    Watermelon and Spinach Salad

    16 reviews

    Summer's the perfect time to toss up this watermelon salad. You'd never expect it, but spinach is awesome here. Eat...


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    Ham and Cheese Sliders

    122 reviews

    Ham and cheese sliders are the ultimate make-ahead dish for lunch, dinner or a party snack.


    Cucumber and Red Onion Salad

    16 reviews

    If you need to quickly make a dish for a potluck or gathering, you can make this cucumber and red...

    Chicken Caesar Pitas

    1 review

    These chicken Caesar pitas are a quick, wholesome meal featuring juicy grilled chicken, brown rice, crisp romaine and Caesar dressing...


    Monster Cookies

    29 reviews

    Who can resist gigantic monster cookies chock-full of goodies like chocolate chips, M&M's and peanut butter? If your appetite isn't...


    Lunch Box Chicken Wrap

    This lunchbox-friendly wrap is a tasty way to use leftover chicken and get kids to eat more veggies. Using colorful,...


    Parmesan Ranch Popcorn

    5 reviews

    Whether you need a quick gift idea or yummy munchies for movie night, we've got you covered with this cheesy...


    Coleslaw with Poppy Seed Dressing

    3 reviews

    Coleslaw with poppy seed dressing is a bright, crisp, colorful slaw perfect for barbecues and potlucks. We toss red and...


    Tzatziki Potato Salad

    2 reviews

    My son has an egg allergy, so this potato salad is perfect for him. For extra color, add radish, apple...