Summer is officially here, and this year that looks like it'll mean lots of picnics in the park, lounging around in the garden, cosy staycations and long, laid-back bike rides, as opposed to jetting off on a long-haul flight. So whether it's a long bank holiday weekend, a special occasion, or just a sunny day; we've rounded up the best picnic recipes to fill your basket with.
Long gone are the days of a sad little sandwich and a lanky sausage roll from the local supermarket; nowadays it's beautifully seasonal tarts, rainbow grain salads and homemade lemonade – all thanks to the best picnic recipes.
From easy sausage rolls, to scotch eggs and homemade iced tea – outdoor eating just got gourmet, so grab your chic picnic blanket, favourite Tupperware and enjoy the perfect sunny day out with our round-up of the best picnic recipes.
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Easy picnic recipes: Scotch eggs with hot curry mayo recipe
A proper Scotch egg is a very special treat and so different from the ready-made version. Make the mayo as spicy as you like.
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Easy picnic recipes: Quick homemade sausage rolls recipe
The combination of buttery, flaky pastry and succulent sausages is delicious served with a dollop of spicy tomato chutney.
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Easy picnic recipes: Rhubarb and raspberry crumble cake recipe
This sweet and tangy crumble is the perfect addition to a picnic, with a big dollop of fresh cream.
The fresh fruits help the dessert feel light and refreshing while the crumble base is satisfying and comforting. It's an ideal treat for an al fresco lunch on the grass or as the show-stopping finish to a candlelit dinner in the garden.
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Easy picnic recipes: Tortilla with spinach and Halloumi recipe
Quick, easy and packed full of spinach, this tasty tortilla will make the perfect addition to any picnic – and it is sure to go down well with children too.
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Easy picnic recipes: Three-seed wholemeal soda bread recipe
A quick, no-knead bread that you can easily bake while you’re packing up the rest of the picnic.
If you can’t find buttermilk, you can use equal quantities of plain yogurt and milk.
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Easy picnic recipes: Ginger and citrus iced tea recipe
Uplifting ginger, refreshing mint and thirst-quenching orange juice all combine with Lapsang tea to create a cooling drink with a kick to it, perfect for warm days.
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Easy picnic recipes: Artichoke tartlets recipe
Top some shop-bought puff pastry with this season's artichokes and a drizzle of olive oil, and you've got the most elegant transportable idea ever.
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Easy picnic recipes: Farro salad recipe
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This delicious ancient grain's complex nuttiness is sensational with basil, mint and Parmesan. Tupperware it up to take on your travels.
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Easy picnic recipes: Tomato, chicken and sourdough salad recipe
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Box up this zingy sourdough salad to pop onto plates and enjoy in the sunshine. Perfect.
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Easy picnic recipes: Kilner-jarred chickpea salad recipe
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Could this be more practical? A herb dressing and spiced chickpeas make this a virtuous park-side dish.
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Easy picnic recipes: Gazpacho picnic soup recipe
You'd be hard pushed to find a quicker, easier hamper-ready recipe. Blitz these glow-giving ingredients, garnish, bottle up and serve in tumblers for the perfect, tangy alfresco dish.
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Easy picnic recipes: Homemade lemonade recipe
Homemade lemonade is a real treat. Children and adults alike will love it and this simple recipe makes it a doddle to create.
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Easy picnic recipes: Greek orange and walnut cake recipe
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Finish your alfresco feasting on a sweet, sticky high, with squares of this syrup-drenched orange and walnut cake.
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Easy picnic recipes: The Ginger Pig's beef bourguignon pie recipe
Pies are great for sharing and this succulent twist on the French classic beef bourguignon is sure to become a picnic staple. Serve in chunky slices with a crisp salad for a tasty summer dish.
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Easy picnic recipes: Classic Quiche Lorraine recipe
This lunchtime classic is a firm favourite. Serve hot or cold alongside salad and crusty bread for a delicious lunch or pack up and take on a summer picnic.
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Easy picnic recipes: Gordon Ramsay's spicy vegetable and paneer wraps recipe
Vegetable wraps are typical street food in India and these tasty treats from Gordon Ramsay are a cheap, nutritious and easy to make veggie option for summer dining.
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