Need some vegan picnic ideas for al fresco eating season? Below, everything from sandwiches and salads, to snacks and sweets.
Laying out at the park with my girlfriends on a sunny weekend afternoon is one of my favorite warm weather pastimes. It’s way cheaper than going out to brunch, more relaxing, and the best part: you won’t be handed a receipt as soon as you tip back the last of your mimosa.
Salads + Veg
Charred Corn Salad
Serve this Mexican-inspired dish as a salad or as a dip.
Potato Salad with Olives and Green Beans
A French-inspired classic packed with herby freshness.
Cold Udon Noodle Salad
Chilled noodles, crunchy veg, and homemade peanut dressing.
Moroccan-Inspired Carrot Salad
A crunchy, refreshing slaw with raisins, olives, and parsley.
Pearl Couscous Salad
With tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and crispy chickpeas.
Lentil Salad with Balsamic Shallots
Earthy, lemony lentils with capers and caramelized shallots.
Pesto Pasta Salad
A 5-ingredient, minimal effort crowd-pleaser.
Dips
Mexican-ish Black Bean Dip
A 5-minute pantry dip – zero cooking required.
Muhammara (Roasted Red Pepper and Walnut Dip)
People go crazy for this easy Middle Eastern classic.
Cannellini Bean Dip
A garlicky white bean dip with lemon.
Sandwiches + Handheld Things
Roasted Eggplant Sandwich with Romesco
A hearty vegetarian sandwich with vibrant red pepper sauce.
Balsamic Portobello Sandwich
Chewy, savory mushrooms are the perfect vegan sandwich filling.
Vegan Sushi Rolls
No fish means these sushi rolls are perfectly safe without refrigeration for an hour or two.
Cake Salé
This savory French cake goes perfectly with chilled white wine.
Sweets
Chickpea Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft and chewy cookies – made with protein-rich chickpea flour.
Tahini-Miso Swirl Brownies
Unbelievably simple to make and magically delicious.
Carrot Oatmeal Cookies
Made with oats, nuts, fresh carrots, and coconut oil.
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