Light & Fresh Picnic Recipes

Fill your picnic basket with these deliciously healthy recipes.

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Greek Salad Club

All-Wrapped-Up Salad

Chicken & Hummus Pitas

Lemon Veggie Couscous

Open-Face Ratatouille Sandwiches

Garden Sliders

Bacon, Spinach, and Tomato Salsa Sandwich

Salad Nicoise Sandwich

Gazpacho Sandwich to Go

Cucumber and Apricot Sandwiches

Kiwi Melon Cooler

Fruit Bowl Salad with Honey-Mint Dressing

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

Potato and Squash Salad

Chili Corn Snack Mix

Italian Popcorn

Apple Crunch Mix

Must-Have Chocolate Chip Cookies

Apricot-Sage Cookies

Fresh Lemonade

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Greek Salad Club

Spread hummus onto pita bread and layer with feta cheese, Greek dressing, and crisp veggies.

Greek Salad Club

Makes: 4 servings

Yield: 4 sandwiches

Start to Finish: 25 mins

All-Wrapped-Up Salad

Silverware optional. Take this convenient lunch along on your next walk or bike ride. Chock-full of potassium and magnesium -- essential nutrients for regulating a healthy blood pressure -- this garden-on-the-go is sure to please.

All-Wrapped-Up Salad

Makes: 2 servings

Prep: 20 mins

Chill: 6 hrs

Chicken & Hummus Pitas

Brush chicken breasts with a mixture of oil, lemon juice, and spices, then broil your chicken straight on the rack. Packed with the chicken, hummus, tomato, and yogurt, these pocket sandwiches will fill you up for less than 300 calories.

Chicken and Hummus Pitas

Makes: 4 servings

Prep: 20 mins

Broil: 12 mins

Lemon Veggie Couscous

Chock-full of tender-crunchy vegetables, hearty herbs, and fresh lemon, this dish shines at any gathering. You'll also love that it comes together in 25 minutes flat.

Lemon Veggie Couscous

Makes: 6 servings

Start to Finish: 25 mins

Open-Face Ratatouille Sandwiches

Filling, nutrient-rich eggplant, zucchini, and squash make this simple sandwich a ideal choice for your summer picnic.

Open-Face Ratatouille Sandwich

Makes: 4 servings

Prep: 25 mins

Roast: 45 mins 400°F

Garden Sliders

These mini sandwiches feature slices of crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, grilled summer squash, and a garlicky white bean puree.

Garden Sliders

Makes: 12 servings

Start to Finish: 30 mins

Bacon, Spinach, and Tomato Salsa Sandwich

Spinach adds powerful antioxidants to this fresh twist on the classic BLT sandwich.

Bacon, Spinach, and Tomato Salsa Sandwich

Makes: 4 servings

Start to Finish: 25 mins

Salad Nicoise Sandwich

As abundant in heart-healthy omega-3s as it is in the bold flavors of southern France, this sandwich has just 210 calories per serving.

Salad Nicoise Sandwich

Makes: 6 servings

Start to Finish: 25 mins

Gazpacho Sandwich to Go

This sandwich is piled high with all the veggies that make gazpacho irresistible -- and then some. Fresh mint and basil from your garden brighten it up.

Gazpacho Sandwich to Go

Makes: 2 servings

Prep: 20 mins

Chill: 4 hrs

Cucumber and Apricot Sandwiches

This meatless sandwich combines a refreshing mix of cucumber, basil, nectarines, and arugula. Low-fat cream cheese makes a simple spread.

Cucumber and Apricot Sandwiches

Yield: 4 sandwiches

Start to Finish: 15 mins

Kiwi Melon Cooler

Blend apple juice, honeydew, and kiwis in this thick, satisfying drink. You'll love the taste and the calorie count, too.

Kiwi-Melon Coolers

Makes: 2 servings

Start to Finish: 15 mins

Fruit Bowl Salad with Honey-Mint Dressing

Toss colorful fruits (filled with antioxidants) in this divine treat you can prep in 25 minutes.

Fruit Bowl Salad with Honey-Mint Dressing

Makes: 9 servings

Prep: 25 mins

Lemon Poppyseed Muffins

There are no surprises in the ingredients list -- all are classic baking items you likely have in your pantry -- but we've trimmed the cholesterol by using refrigerated egg product and by cutting down on the oil.

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Makes: 12 servings

Prep: 15 mins

Cool: 5 mins

Bake: 20 mins to 25 mins

Potato and Squash Salad

A fresh blend of herbs spices up this Caribbean-influenced salad. Add grilled chicken for filling protein.

Potato and Squash Salad

Makes: 8 servings

Prep: 25 mins

Cook: 8 mins

Chili Corn Snack Mix

This guiltless, crunchy mix is a combination of hearty cereal and dried fruit -- great for an outdoor party or picnic.

Chili-Corn Snack Mix

Makes: 8 servings

Start to Finish: 15 mins

Italian Popcorn

Spice up your picnic with a few handfuls of this low-fat treat, flavored by a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning.

Italian Popcorn

Makes: 1 servings

Start to Finish: 5 mins

Apple Crunch Mix

For the taste of warm apple pie -- without all the calories -- try this yummy make-ahead snack. It stays fresh for up to a week in an airtight container.

Apple Crunch Mix