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14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekend

Taking lunch on the road this weekend? From potato salad to chicken sandwiches, coleslaw and limeade, here are a few of our most portable recipes.
14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekend

Michael Alberstat

Picnic recipes

Nicoise muffuletta sandwich

Layer Mediterranean ingredients into a hollowed-out artisanal loaf to make this oversized sandwich. Pack it whole and bring a serrated knife to cut it up on location. Get the recipe.

Nicoise muffuletta sandwich.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

Crudite jar with moroccan hummus

These jars of hummus make packing and serving easy. (Bonus: It keeps for a week in the fridge, so give yourself some extra time by making it a day or two ahead.) Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, Michael Alberstat.

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Tarragon-chicken sandwiches with red grapes

Not your typical chicken-salad sandwich! We added red grapes and fresh tarragon give this picnic sandwich a fresh look and taste. Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, Michael Alberstat.

Pimm's fruit cups

Jelly cocktails! These charming little jars are easy to carry — and they give this picnic treat a retro-cool vibe. Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Bourbon-pecan blondies

Rich, buttery dessert bars that can be sliced at home. Wrapped with wax paper and a bit of simple twine, they’re the perfect finale for a lazy-day picnic outdoors. Get the recipe.

Bourbon-pecan blondiesPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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Watermelon-limeade

A refreshing mocktail (or cocktail — just add limoncello), this rosy limeade is picnic-perfect. Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Cucumber and potato salad

A picnic isn't complete without this classic salad. Potatoes, tossed in with cucumber, dill, parsley and dressing make this salad unforgettable. Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Nutty ramen slaw

A great picnic (or barbecue) starts with the sides, and no summer picnic would be complete without coleslaw. Try our fun take on a classic for your next outdoor gathering. Get the recipe.

Nutty ramen slawPhoto, Erik Putz.

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Summer-corn pasta salad

Pasta salad — another summer classic — is an easy make-ahead, ideal for taking to a weekend barbecue, or packing into your picnic baskets. Get the recipe.

Summer corn pasta salad.Photo, Angus Fergusson.

Wheatberry tabbouleh salad

This hearty vegetarian salad lets your slow cooker to do all the heavy lifting, and is easily packed to go. Get the recipe.

Wheatberry tabbouleh saladPhoto, Roberto Caruso.

Crisp melon and tomato salad

Fresh, colourful with a hint of sweetness, this salad is all about simple, seasonal ingredients. Get the recipe.

Crisp melon and tomato salad.Photo, Roberto Caruso.

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Watermelon and cucumber salad

Add a refreshing no-cook mint salad to the picnic menu for added colour and crunch. Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, John Cullen

White-sangria jellies

Sangria, meet dessert! This sweet treat is perfect for long weekends, picnics and hot weather. (They take about three hours to set, so make sure to plan ahead.) Get the recipe.

14 perfect picnic recipes for the weekendPhoto, Michael Alberstat.

Brown sugar chocolate chip oatmeal cookies

Fresh chocolate chip cookies are a no-fail dessert, anytime. Get the recipe.

chocolate chip oatmeal cookies served with coffeePhoto, Roberto Caruso.

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