18 moreish summer beach and picnic foods your family will love
Because watermelon is not the only option
In Australia, we’re lucky enough to enjoy lovely weather for the majority of the year, so picnics with heartier fare can still be a go in the middle of winter.
For summer though, you can’t beat a fresh, tasty salad, and homemade snacks and treats to take to the beach with friends or a family picnic.
We’ve rounded up our favourites for you to try. You’ll be adding more than one to your go-to list!
Avocado and Mandarin Chicken Noodle Salad
This delicious salad makes the perfect picnic lunch.
Homemade Sausage Rolls
You can’t go wrong with homemade sausage rolls for a picnic, and this recipe is among the best.
Brown Rice and Roast Pumpkin Salad
Roast pumpkin, maple syrup and soy sauce mix with brown rice and leafy greens to give a fresh spin on salad.
Buttermilk Scones
You can’t go wrong with this old favourite. Easy to transport, split buttermilk scones and top with your favourite sweet spread to satisfy all tummies.
Lemon and Dill, Chickpea Salad
Light and fresh, this quick, tasty this moreish salad is perfect for the whole family.
Creamy Potato Salad
A classic Aussie barbecue side dish, this creamy potato salad is also excellent option for picnics and buffet lunches.
Eggplant Dip
A sensational dip that is begging for pitta bread or crackers.
Fruit Salad with Honey Yoghurt
This pretty fruit salad will disappear fast, especially with a drizzle of honey yoghurt.
Greek Lamb and Salad Lamb Pitta Pockets
Perfect picnic pockets are filled with lamb, tomato and cucumber and a tasty whipped fetta spread.
Mini Vegemite and Cheese Scrolls
Kids big and small will snap up these mini scrolls – you can never make too many.
Pasta Salad with Tomato and Crisp Prosciutto
Ripe tomatoes and salty prosciutto make this pasta salad a sensational picnic dish.
Picnic Baguettes
Choose from fresh salami and antipasto veggies, or a zesty chilli lime sauce with shredded chicken. Yum!
Sweet Chilli Chicken Skewers
Ideal to make ahead and enjoy cold. or to cook on a beachside barbecue. Food always tastes better on a stick!
Barley, Chicken and Sesame Slaw
This salad works as a picnic meal on its own or as a shareable side.
Mixed Berry Muffins
Sweet muffins studded with berries and topped with fresh lemon zest are the sweet treat your picnic is crying out for.
Tomato, Asparagus and White Anchovy Salad
A tasty salad that, due to the anchovies, might appeal more to the adults of your group than to the little ones.
Teriyaki Chicken Salad Rolls
Feeding your picnic party will be simple with these yummy rolls.
Vanilla Slice
Fingers and mouths are going to get sticky with this classic Aussie fare!
