Packing for Summer Picnics!

The key to packing a healthy picnic lunch is being prepared.  Think lots of fruits and veggies!  It doesn’t need to be complicated – it just takes a little prep work beforehand to get it together.  Wash and prep your fruits and veggies by slicing, chopping and placing in Tupperware containers.  You’ll also need a few ice packs to place in the picnic basket or lunch bag to keep things nice a cold.  The best thing is the kids will be so hungry they will gobble up pretty much anything you give them! Here a few simple ideas to pack for you next picnic:

Fruit:

• Grapes
• Cherries
• Plums
• Blackberries
• Blueberries
• Raspberries
• Strawberries
• Watermelon wedges
• Honeydew melon cubes
• Cantaloupe cubes
• Apple slices
• Orange slices

Vegetables:

• Carrot sticks
• Celery sticks
• Cucumber slices
• Sliced peppers or mini bell peppers
• Snap peas
• Cherry tomatoes
• Baby radishes
• Guacamole or hummus for dipping

Protein Foods:

• Cheese
• Yogurt
• Boiled Eggs

Whole Grains:

• Whole grain crackers
• Whole grain pita

Image and Recipe sourced from: http://www.eatingwell.com/article/290832/healthy-summer-picnic-ideas-to-pack-up-for-dinner-tonight/

Kristin Hedges is a Registered Dietitian with Kids Eat Smart Foundation NL.