IntermediateLunch
Smoked Turkey & Sage Sandwich with Cranberry Aioli
Toasted sourdough, herb mayonnaise, and leftover turkey from the morning prep.
480 cal · 32g protein · 22 min
Occasion · 18 recipes
Picnic Recipes
What to cook for picnic — real recipes with method, timings and per-serving macros. Every recipe below is from the Delicious.com kitchen, with full method, macros and a one-tap grocery list.
Intermediate
EasyLunch
Simple Roast Chicken Sandwich with Herb Aioli
Tender, bright, sandwich perfection
520 cal · 38g protein · 11 min
IntermediateLunch
Roasted Butternut Squash & Chorizo Hand Pies
Crispy, portable, and filled with autumn flavors—ideal for a Halloween party.
520 cal · 16g protein · 60 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Perilla Leaf & Anchovy Wraps with Gochugaru Oil & Pomegranate Pearls
Perilla leaves crisped, layered with anchovy and herb, glossy chili oil drizzle, bright pomegranate pop
633 cal · 9g protein · 22 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Cuon Tôm Nướng – Charred Shrimp & Crispy Taro Tuile Wraps
Grilled butterfly shrimp in gossamer taro crisps with chili oil and pomegranate pearls
459 cal · 12g protein · 38 min
IntermediateLunch
Charred Green Mango & Soft-Shell Crab Bánh Mì Lettuce Wrap
Deconstructed Vietnamese sandwich, vibrant & alive
910 cal · 34g protein · 27 min
EasyLunch
Bulgogi Lettuce Wrap Bowl
Marinated beef, pickled peach, gochujang mayo over crisp lettuce
728 cal · 42g protein · 18 min
EasySnack
Radish & Butter Open Sandwich with Fleur de Sel
Paper-thin radishes, creamy butter, crispy rye toast
319 cal · 6g protein · 8 min
IntermediateIn-between
Crispy Rice Paper & Mango Crudo Wrapper with Chili-Lime Oil
Delicate rice paper filled with green mango, crispy anchovy, and a drizzle of fiery oil
238 cal · 3g protein · 18 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Wonton-Wrapped Lucuma (Peruvian Fruit) Croquetas with Spiced Crema
Golden crispy, creamy Andean fruit heart, tangy-spiced dip
762 cal · 5g protein · 20 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Crispy Kataifi-Wrapped Halibut Cheek with Green Olive Tapenade & Charred Lemon Emulsion
Delicate white fish in phyllo-shred crust, served with briny olive purée and burnt citrus foam
590 cal · 17g protein · 28 min
EasyAppetizer
Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Lettuce Wraps with Lime-Chili Oil
Tender crab, cool lettuce, spicy-acidic glaze
522 cal · 33g protein · 15 min
IntermediateAppetizer
Nori-Wrapped Crispy Tofu Batons with Miso-Bonito Butter & Daikon Greens
Umami-loaded crisps with a beurre blanc twist and peppery greens
696 cal · 36g protein · 33 min
SophisticatedDessert
Deconstructed Apricot Galette with Whipped Mascarpone & Pistachio Brittle
Pastry shards, roasted apricots, tangy cream, candied nuts
1162 cal · 22g protein · 75 min
IntermediateLunch
Turkey Larb Lettuce Wraps
Ground turkey seared with lime, garlic, and Thai chilies—herbaceous and alive in cool lettuce cups.
430 cal · 43g protein · 27 min
IntermediateLunch
Turkey Meatball Lettuce Wraps with Ginger-Scallion Sauce
Juicy ground turkey, vibrant aromatics, fresh lettuce cups.
283 cal · 30g protein · 30 min
IntermediateLunch
Perilla-Leaf Wrapped Halibut with Gochujang Emulsion
Delicate white fish in aromatic herb wraps with Korean chili punch
514 cal · 36g protein · 30 min
SophisticatedLunch
Bánh Mì-Style Chicken Bánh Mì Sandwich
Crispy baguette, lemongrass chicken, pickled vegetables, and crunchy pâté
941 cal · 58g protein · 33 min