Packing the Perfect Picnic Basket
There’s nothing like spending the day outdoors in the beautiful summer weather! Going on a picnic with family and friends is a perfect way to get some sun and promote physical activity. Just like camping, when picnicking there are ways to make sure that are you packing healthy, nutritious foods that will travel well. Below is a list of picnic perfect to-go foods that make for a perfect picnic basket and will keep your body fueled the entire day.
| GRAINS: | Whole wheat bread, high fiber dry cereal, whole wheat pasta salad, whole wheat pita bread, whole wheat crackers |
| PROTEIN: | Low fat string cheese, peanut butter, walnuts, cashews, almonds, hummus, edamame, quinoa salad, sliced turkey or chicken breast, 3 bean salad |
| FRUITS & VEGETABLES: | Apples, bananas, oranges, melons, grapes, dried fruits, craisins, apricots, cherries, raisins, celery sticks, carrot sticks, peppers, broccoli florets, snap peas, prepared salad, salsa |
| BEVERAGES: | Bottled water, sparkling water, seltzer, coffee, tea |
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