Picnic Worthy Bites

Dear reader,

As the sun warms the pavement and the temperature continues to climb, it’s time to embrace the joy of outdoor dining. What better way to enhance your picnic experience than with a crafty sandwich, salad, or wrap? When your bites combine convenience, portability, and, of course, delicious flavors, they can be surely be deemed as “picnic worthy”.

Let’s explore the key elements a bit further…

1. Fresh and Flavorful Ingredients: A meal destined for a picnic should start with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Opt for vibrant, crisp vegetables, condiments, and artisanal bread that complements the fillings. Using locally sourced or seasonal ingredients can add an extra touch of freshness and flavor to your creation.
2. Portability and Convenience: When it comes to picnics, convenience is key. Choose dish variations that are easy to handle and won’t leave you with a mess. Consider using bread that holds its shape and fillings that won’t spill or become soggy. Wraps, baguettes, or sturdy rolls can be great alternatives to traditional sliced bread and allow for easy transport and consumption during your outdoor feast.
3. Balance of Flavors: A truly memorable picnic bite achieves the perfect balance of flavors. Combining complementary tastes and textures can create a harmonious culinary experience. Consider layering creamy spreads, tangy sauces, or zesty pickles to add depth to your sandwich.

Some ideal companions for your outdoor summer dining:

1. Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich: If you’ve been searching for a delectable vegetarian sandwich option, rest easy. This scrumptious Sandwich replaces traditional mayo with creamy avocado. It also provides a crunchy surprise of salt and vinegar chips (or your preferred potato chip) as a topper. Packed with nutritious ingredients and brimming with flavors, this sandwich is sure to become a favorite all sandwich lovers alike.
2. Green Dream Sandwich: Whether you’re picnicking with friends, lunching in the breakroom, or searching for a quick bite at home, here’s a new sandwich to add to your rotation. Complete with creamy veganaise, fresh cucumber, herby pea and avocado mash, crunchy microgreens, tangy sauerkraut, and loads of savoury tahini. Plant based sandwich goals.
3. Sheet Pan Cauliflower Po Boy: I already know what you’re going to say… this in NOT a sandwich. You’re correct, but it IS inspired by one. So to me, it counts. It’s a zesty meal that celebrates the flavors of a traditional Po Boy sandwich. This Sheet Pan dish offers a fun little twist by transforming it into a satisfying bowl, or perhaps a “Po Bowl.” Make it a sandwich, or toss it in a tupperware as a bowl. Either way, it’s picnic ready.
4. Smoky Mediterranean Flatbread Wrap: Also not technically a sandwich, but it’s ingredient dense with bread on either side. Let’s be a little flexible with the technicalities here. This wrap combines smoky eggplant, creamy za’atar yogurt, crisp romaine, juicy tomatoes and crunchy cucumbers – bringing all the textures, scents, and flavors of mediterranean street food straight to your kitchen. Every element of this wrap can be prepared ahead of time, so all the meal preppers (and picnicers) out there can celebrate.

Get Picnicking

Not all sandwiches, wraps, and salads are made equal. These recipes were made to combine convenience, portability, and endless flavor possibilities between or amongst good bread. So pack your basket, grab a blanket, and embark on a culinary adventure with four veggie forward bites (linked below) that are sure to make your picnic an unforgettable event.

Until next time,

Bridget

Did you make these? Comment below and let me know what you think. Don’t forget to follow @sunnyandspiced on Instagram for more travel eats and plant based recipes. 

s & S