A healthy picnic is a wonderful way to get people together and the perfect opportunity for a bring and share meal. This divides the food prep load and saves on dish washing. A picnic can be in someones garden, at a central venue or on the lounge floor for an small intimate setting. No matter the venue, the food can be both healthy and novel. I have classified the recipes below as potential picnic food but do follow my Pinterest board for more healthy picnic ideas or trail grazing snack. Hiking and picnicking go very well together and there is the added bonus of exercise and exploring.
Popcorn is a popular treat for movie watching, lunch boxes, after school snacking and birthday parties. It does make for a healthier snack alternative to crisps, sweets and chocolates. Homemade popcorn is healthier than store bought and is easy enough to make. It is something kids can learn to make for themselves in a first cooking lesson. Nutritionally speaking, this whole-grain, naturally gluten free snack is high in fibre and