Description
Celebrate Memorial Day with a delicious picnic spread featuring classic favorites that are easy to prepare and perfect for outdoor gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 loaf of French bread, sliced
- 1 lb strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 lb watermelon, cubed
- 1 jar of potato salad
- 1 batch of brownies or cookies for dessert
Instructions
- Prepare the grilled chicken breasts by seasoning and grilling them until cooked through. Let them rest before slicing.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and olives.
- Top the salad with sliced grilled chicken and drizzle ranch dressing over it before serving.
- Slice the French bread and serve it on the side with butter or a flavored spread.
- Prepare fresh fruits by washing and cutting them into bite-sized pieces. Arrange strawberries and watermelon in separate bowls.
- Transfer the potato salad to a serving dish.
- Finish the picnic spread with brownies or cookies for dessert.
Notes
- Make sure to keep perishable items chilled in a cooler until serving.
- Use disposable plates and cutlery for easy cleanup.
- Consider adding a refreshing drink like lemonade or iced tea to the spread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 30
Keywords: memorial day picnic food, picnic recipes, summer picnic ideas, outdoor gathering food, easy picnic meals