The Ultimate Picnic Recipe Ideas
Published on 17th Mar, 2026
With the warmer weather on its way, the Bank Holiday is the perfect excuse to pack up a picnic basket, spread out your blanket and surround yourself with good company and even better food. But what to pack? If you're left scratching your head for picnic recipe ideas, look no further! We’ve rounded up our top picnic recipes to help you create the ultimate outdoor feast for the long weekend.
No matter your picnic preference, we have something for everyone, including delicious on-the-go main dish ideas and some enticing vegetarian and vegan options. We'll also share our favourite picnic sides recipes to complete your spread, tempting picnic sweet treats for added indulgence, and refreshing picnic drink ideas to keep everyone refreshed and happy. Let's get your Bank Holiday picnic feast ready!
Picnic Main Dish Ideas
A proper picnic needs something hearty to keep those energy levels up while you're enjoying the Bank Holiday sunshine. Forget flimsy snacks – we're talking satisfying picnic mains that are easy to transport and even better to devour outdoors. These are the kind of picnic recipe ideas that'll have everyone looking forward to lunchtime, whether you're in the backyard, local park or out exploring the countryside.
Vegetarian & Vegan Picnic Mains Ideas
Make your Bank Holiday picnic a winner for everyone with our fantastic selection of vegan and vegetarian picnic ideas! Gone are the days of boring meat-free options – we're talking vibrant, veggie-packed mains perfect for sharing with the whole squad. From colourful wraps packed with goodness to hearty plant-based bakes and fresh, zingy salads, get ready to explore our ultimate vegetarian picnic food ideas.
Picnic Side Recipes
No picnic is complete without an impressive array of easy picnic side dishes to complement your mains and add a bit of everything to your spread! These recipes are all about sharing and grazing under the Bank Holiday sunshine, with perfect picky-bits for everyone to nibble on as they relax in the great outdoors. From classic salads to tasty bites, these picnic side ideas will bring extra flavour and fun to your blanket feast.
Picnic Sweet Treats
No Bank Holiday picnic is complete without something sweet to finish things off! Forget fussy recipes, these easy picnic dessert ideas are designed for simple transport and sharing in the sunshine. From bite-sized delights to slices of pure indulgence, these picnic sweet treats are the perfect way to end your outdoor feast on a high note.
Picnic Drink Ideas
No Bank Holiday gathering is complete without some spectacular picnic drink ideas to keep everyone happy and refreshed. Whether you're after a celebratory tipple or a zingy, booze-free cooler, our selection of spring drink ideas has something for everyone. From fruity cocktails to vibrant mocktails, get ready to find the perfect refreshment to enjoy under the sun.
Don't Forget The Essentials!
Finally, grab yourself some picnic must-have's to make your outdoor feasting a breeze. From handy tableware that's easy to pack and clean, to clever accessories that take the fuss out of al fresco dining, we've got you sorted. Whether you're relaxing at the park or stopping for a bite after a long walk, make packing and enjoying your picnic simple and stress-free with our handy picnic essentials.
Looking for more ideas for your outdoor feast? Explore our full picnic recipes collection for endless inspiration. Or, if you're feeding a crowd, why not keep things simple and browse our delicious sharing platters?
Grab all your favourite picky-bits and ingredients at your local store or online and get picnic-ready for the bank holiday! And, don't forget to share your masterpieces with us on social media using the #MakeitwithMorrisons – we love to see what you've whipped up.
