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Warm weather calls for more time spent outdoors, and what better way to soak up mother nature than with a delightful picnic in the park or the garden? For the main course, consider bringing a tasty sandwich. We’ve compiled a roundup of our favorite picnic sandwich recipes below, ranging from classic chicken or tuna salads with a twist to a muffaletta featuring layers of Italian cured meats and cheeses.
Whichever of these picnic sandwiches gets your taste buds salivating at the thought of a big bite, you're in store for a scrumptious and idyllic lunch on the grass.
Avocado-and-Boursin Sandwiches
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To wow your picnic partner, whip up this flavorful avocado and Boursin sandwich that sits between slices of savory pumpernickel. Carrot ribbons and shredded cabbage offer a crunch, lemon and olive oil drizzle provide zing, and the avocado and Boursin lend creaminess.
Heirloom Tomato Tartines With Garlic-Parsley Aioli
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Beautiful heirloom tomatoes are the star of this picnic sandwich, which only takes 10 to 15 minutes to whip up. It also features a homemade spread of Dijon, mayonnaise, lemon zest, and minced garlic. Spread it over thick slices of brioche, top with sliced tomato, and add sea salt and sprouts for more flavor.
Pressed Picnic Sandwich
This pressed picnic sandwich saves room in your basket and tastes divine. Flavor abounds with layers of grilled peppers, cured meats, marinated artichokes, and a spread of goat cheese with fresh herbs.
Muffaletta
Stuffed with about every kind of deli meat and cheese you can imagine (think mortadella, soppressata, salami, and fontina), this sandwich packs a punch. Prep a day in advance and store in the refrigerator—pressed down panini-style using a cast iron pan—until serving time.
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
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What makes this sandwich stand out from others like it is the breaded chicken cutlets, which add extra crunch to each bite. Obviously, the twist here comes from the buffalo-inspired sauce and sliced celery. Simple yet flavorful!
Pressed Sandwich With Prosciutto and Broccoli Rabe
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Every single ingredient in this sandwich brings something to the picnic (literally!). Goat cheese, peppadews, sautéed broccoli rabe with garlic, and a salty olive tapenade offer layer after layer of flavor.
Ham and Swiss Sandwich
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Go Gallic on your picnic with a speedy ham and cheese sandwich that's anything but basic, especially when served on a buttered baguette.
Grilled Gruyère Sandwich With Onion Jam
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Sidney Bensimon
While cold sandwiches are a speedy, refreshing option for summer picnics al fresco, sometimes a good ol' grilled cheese is just what we need for a comforting bite. Take it to the next level by using Dijon mustard, sweet onion jam, and aged Gruyère for that nutty flavor.
Chipotle-Glazed Meatloaf Sandwiches
Serve last night's classic meatloaf dinner in a totally new and unexpected way—as a lunch picnic sandwich! You can eat it hot or at room temperature for a simple, low-maintenance meal.
Chicken-Salad Club Roll
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Cold salads are the epitome of summer. Take a classic—chicken salad—and pair it with bacon, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, and avocado for an easy-to-love sandwich that's perfect for a picnic.
Italian Salami Sandwich
This picnic sandwich doesn't have a lot of ingredients or needs a lot of prep, but that doesn't mean we've compromised on flavor. It's stuffed with soppressata, fontina, arugula, and shaved fennel.
Turkey-Salad Sandwich
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Instead of a traditional chicken salad sandwich, try this fresh take that features turkey, plus diced green apple, golden raisins, and sliced cucumber. To make this sandwich easier to transport for a picnic, don't serve it open-faced—put a lid on it!
Crab Salad Sandwich
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Ditte Isager
Seafood lovers, rejoice. The sweet-mild flavor of crabmeat is sandwiched between a buttery, lightly toasted brioche with nothing but fresh butter lettuce and sliced tomato for extra crunch.
Avocado-and-Sprout Club Sandwiches
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Add a bit more heft to your picnic sandwich by adding contrasting flavors and textures—this veggie-packed club sandwich is crunchy, creamy, and tangy, all at once. Perfect for vegetarians or if you're looking to eat a more colorful meal than usual.
Martha's Favorite Tuna Salad Sandwich
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Finely diced apple is a surprising addition that offers sweetness and crunch—we promise that our founder's take on the classic tuna salad sandwich will have your picnic pals begging for seconds.
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