4th Of July Picnic Essentials

Celebrate Independence Day by packing up your favorite treats to create the ultimate 4th of July picnic!

It doesn't need to be hard to create a tasty and healthy meal, so use this as a guide and get the kids in the kitchen, too.

Whether you are in your home, backyard or outdoors, let's celebrate our right to make healthy food choices about the meals we create and the ingredients we use, in the true spirit of American liberty!

All of the essentials for a 4th of July picnic spread...

SNACKS

The ingredients for the ultimate snacks: something to dip and something crunchy. Most snacks that come to mind are packed with additives and hidden nasties. Chances are, the kids are already going to be on a high celebrating Independence Day, so let's keep the additives out of it. Create your own crunch with these yummy Roasted Chickpeas , and make the ultimate dipping experience with our Sweet Chili & Cashew Dip !

DRINKS

Ditch the nasty soda and create your own from scratch. Flavored and colored by Mother Nature herself, the kids won't realize that they are drinking something healthy with our Berry Lemonade, and Orange, Ginger & Turmeric Spritzer . The adults will love these too!

EASY MAINS

Let's face it - if you are packing up to head on a picnic, the meals need to be relatively simple and easy to transport! Queue some of our favorite go-to salads. Make as much as you like. They’re easy to pack and full of flavor to please everyone's taste buds!

• Roast Kumara Chickpea and Feta Salad with Spiced Lemon Dressing
• Wild Rice & Quinoa Mixed Mushroom Salad
• Delicata Squash Salad with Cider Vinaigrette & Almond Parmesan
• Brussels Sprouts, Cranberry & Walnut Salad

DESSERT

Because a picnic wouldn't be complete without a sweet treat to end with. This no-bake patriotic tart is so easy to whip up that the kids could do it!

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