Recipes for a picnic with baby

Stuck for inspiration for a picnic with your baby? We have just what you need! Discover recipes for a picnic with baby. Simple and nutritious, you can organise an outdoor meal that your little one will love.

Recipes for baby jars for a picnic

Purées and fruit compotes are ideal for babies in the midst of weaning. Prepare them in advance and transport them in small airtight jars.

Mixed vegetable purée: blend carrots, courgettes, and potatoes for a smooth, creamy purée. Steam the vegetables and then blend them with a little of the cooking water.

Apple and pear compote: peel and chop the fruit into pieces, cook over a low heat until tender, then blend.

Easy snack ideas for baby

For babies who are starting to eat solids, pack some simple and nutritious snacks:

Vegetable sticks: cut cucumbers, carrots, and peppers into sticks. They are perfect for baby's little hands.

Fresh cut fruit: opt for pieces of banana, strawberry, or melon. Make sure the pieces are appropriate for your baby's age to avoid any choking risk.

Mini sandwich and wrap recipes for a picnic

Mini sandwiches and wraps are handy and easy for toddlers to eat:

Mini cheese and vegetable sandwiches: use wholemeal bread, spread with a little cream cheese, and add thin slices of cucumber or tomato.

Chicken and avocado wraps: spread a tortilla with avocado purée, add pieces of cooked chicken and a few salad leaves. Roll up and cut into small portions.

Nutritious salad recipes for the whole family

Prepare simple, nutritious salads that the whole family will enjoy, baby included:

Quinoa and vegetable salad: mix cooked quinoa with peas, diced carrots, and courgettes. Season lightly with a little olive oil.

Pasta and vegetable salad: use small pasta shapes (such as macaroni) and add small pieces of cooked broccoli, cherry tomatoes halved, and pieces of mild cheese.

Desserts for a picnic

Fruit salad: wash, prepare, and cut a mixture of seasonal fruits for a delicious, refreshing dessert

Fruit muffins: make homemade muffins with pieces of apple or blueberries. Use wholemeal flour and reduce the sugar for a healthier option.

Natural yoghurts: bring along small pots of natural yoghurt, to which you can add a little homemade compote for extra flavour.