A good picnic starts with great sandwiches. They're easy to prepare, simple to transport and loved by both adults and children. Whether you're heading to the park, beach or a family gathering, these summer picnic sandwich ideas offer plenty of variety while making the most of fresh seasonal ingredients.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Serves: 6 to 8
Classic Chicken Mayo Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper
- Lettuce leaves
- Bread of choice
Method
Mix the chicken, mayonnaise and lemon juice together.
Season to taste.
Spread onto bread and top with lettuce.
Cut into triangles.
Ham, Cheese and Tomato Sandwich
Ingredients
- Sliced ham
- Cheddar cheese slices
- Tomato slices
- Butter
- Bread rolls or sandwich bread
Method
Layer the ham, cheese and tomato onto buttered bread.
Slice and serve.
Egg and Cress Sandwich
Ingredients
- 4 hard-boiled eggs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- Fresh cress
- Salt and pepper
- Bread
Method
Mash the eggs and mix with mayonnaise.
Season and spread onto bread.
Top with cress before closing.
Tuna Crunch Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 tin tuna, drained
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- ¼ cup diced cucumber
- ¼ cup sweetcorn
- Bread rolls
Method
Mix all ingredients together.
Fill bread rolls and serve.
Cream Cheese and Cucumber Sandwich
Ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Thinly sliced cucumber
- Fresh dill
- Bread
Method
Spread cream cheese onto bread.
Top with cucumber and dill.
Cut into fingers.
Chicken and Avocado Sandwich
Ingredients
- Cooked chicken slices
- Avocado, sliced
- Lettuce
- Mayonnaise
- Bread rolls
Method
Layer all ingredients onto fresh rolls.
Serve immediately or wrap for later.
Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Sandwich
Ingredients
- Fresh mozzarella
- Tomato slices
- Basil leaves
- Olive oil
- Ciabatta or crusty bread
Method
Layer the ingredients and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
Slice into portions.
Picnic Packing Tips
- Wrap sandwiches individually to keep them fresh.
- Store chilled until ready to serve.
- Pack wet ingredients separately if preparing ahead.
- Use sturdy bread for outdoor meals.
- Include fruit, crisps and cold drinks alongside the sandwiches.
Conclusion
Summer picnic sandwiches don't need to be complicated. Simple ingredients and fresh flavours create delicious meals that are easy to transport and enjoyable for the whole family. Mixing a few different fillings ensures there's something for everyone in the picnic basket.
