In Florida, the weather is always suitable for a picnic date with your friends, family members, or partner. But the best time to have a picnic date is during the spring months, before it gets too humid and buggy. Planning a picnic date can be simple, but what about your food options? Don’t worry; we got it covered! Here are seven of the best food options for a spring picnic date.
Mini Burritos
What’s better than enjoying a burrito while basking in the sun? Mini burritos are perfect options for a picnic because they’re simple to make and you can make them to your liking. If you want more spice, consider adding some spicy shrimp!
Fried Risotto Balls
Fried risotto balls are great for a snack before you dive into your main picnic meal. Serve these fried cheese balls with marinara sauce, dusted cheese, and fresh parsley.
Charcuterie Board
Charcuterie boards have gained popularity recently and become staples for picnics. These assortments of cheeses, meats, fruits, and nuts can bring your picnic game up a notch. You can add whatever you want to your board, from olives to sausage. When creating your board, find the best wine that pairs nicely with your cheeses and meats.
Shrimp Salad
Shrimp salad is a springtime favorite. You can serve it on a bed of lettuce, on a croissant, or with crackers. Add Old Bay seasoning if you like Cajun flavors.
Waldorf Salad
Waldorf salad is one of the best food options for a spring picnic date. This iconic salad originated over 100 years ago, and it’s still a springtime essential. It mixes apples, grapes, celery, walnuts, and mayo to create a light, sweet flavor. You can add chicken to it to make a sweet-and-salty combination. Serve this on crackers, on a bed of lettuce, or by itself.
Fruits
Fruits will make refreshing additions to your picnic spread. We recommend choosing bite-size precut or pre-peeled fruits. Some of the best fruits for picnics include:
- Pears
- Strawberries
- Plums
- Watermelon
- Peaches
- Cherries
Lemon Cake
Lemon cake can never let you down. This cake embodies springtime, and it would make a sweet addition to your picnic date. Pair it with Prosecco to bring out the tartness of the lemon.