Summer may be coming to an end with Labor Day right around the corner. However, it’s never too late to enjoy that last picnic of the season. Whether you’ll be at home or in a park, here are 40 best picnic recipes for Labor Day. And many of them include no utensils necessary.

3-Ingredient Minty Pea Dip by Jessica Fishman Levinson, MS, RDN, CDN, founder of Nutritioulicious
(Photo by Jessica)

This bright and refreshing dip is quick & easy to make. Fabulous for a picnic adventure.

Vegan 7 Layer Dip by Sharon Palmer, RDN, the Plant-Powered Dietitian, author of Plant-Powered for Life
(Photo by Sharon)

For a healthy, scrumptious, veggie-packed twist on the 7-layer dip, this is a must-try for your picnic.

Spinach Dip in a Bread Bowl by Me, Sarah Koszyk, MA, RDN
(Photo by Me)

This is a fat free dip full of protein because it uses Greek yogurt instead of the regular sour cream. A perfect favorite at all picnics.

Roasted Carrot & Ranch Hummus by Jenna Braddock, RDN, founder of Make Health Easy
(Photo by Jenna)

Did someone just say carrots & ranch within the hummus? Check out this incredible twist on the classic hummus dip.

Green Salsa Verde by Amanda Hernandez, MA, RDN, founder of The Nutritionist Reviews
(Photo by Amanda)

Looking for a quick salsa made in less than 15 minutes? This green salsa verde is your answer. Use it as a salsa or as a sauce.

Watermelon & Lemon Mint Ricotta Stacks by Jessica Fishman Levinson, MS, RDN, CDN, founder of Nutritioulicious
(Photo by Jessica)

Creamy and zesty lemon mint ricotta is sandwiched between stacks of watermelon flowers for a festive, nutritious, and delicious summer appetizer. So beautiful.

BLT Skewers by Holley Grainger, MS, RD, founder of Holley Grainger, MS, RD
(Photo by Holley)

Perfect for a picnic, the BLT on a stick will be a hit at the party for all finger food and bacon lovers.

Lentil Feta Bruschetta by E.A. Stewart, MBA, RDN, founder of The Spicy RD Nutrition
(Photo by E.A.)

This is a go-to recipe for any picnic and E.A. Stewart included 3 delicious ways to enjoy this 3 ingredient dish.

Cantaloupe & Feta Bruschetta by Kara Golis, RDN, founder of Byte Sized Nutrition
(Photo by Kara)

Get ready for a cantaloupe appetizer that’s going to wow your taste buds. It’s all on one delicate slice of toast.

Bell Pepper and Egg Salad Stuffed Celery by Tammy Lakatos Shames & Lyssie Lakatos, RDNs, founders of The Nutrition Twins
(Photo by The Nutrition Twins)

A wonderful finger food appetizer for a party or picnic. Using Greek yogurt, this dish is fat free, protein-packed, and divine.

Asian Cabbage Salad by Min Jung, MS, RDN, founder of MJ and Hungryman
(Photo by Min)

This versatile, vibrant salad combines shredded cabbage, crisp veggies, and hearty edamame, all tossed in a zesty sesame dressing. You can add extra veggies, fruits, proteins, or a bit of crunch from nuts and seeds.

Broccolini Superfood Crunch Salad by Kaleigh McMordie, soon-to-be RDN, founder of Lively Table
(Photo by Kaleigh) 

This is a classic dish packed with antioxidants from broccolini and blueberries. A Greek yogurt based dressing replaces mayo, making this recipe lower fat and higher protein.

Stone Fruit Panzanella Salad by Kaleigh McMordie, soon-to-be RDN, founder of Lively Table
(Photo by Kaleigh)

Panzanella salads include toasted bread, tomatoes, herbs, and other delicious ingredients. This salad also has seasonal stone fruit. Perfect to close out the summer months.

Panzanella Salad by Amanda Hernandez, MA, RDN, founder of The Nutritionist Reviews
(Photo by Amanda)

Here is the vegetable version of the panzanella salad. Get ready for more awesomeness.

Lunchbox Chickpea Salad by Dixya Bhattarai, RDN, founder of Food, Pleasure, and Health
(Photo by Dixya)

This salad is not only gluten-free and vegan, but it is absolutely delicious and a fabulous summer picnic recipe.

Provencal Bean Salad by Sharon Palmer, RDN, founder of The Plant-Powered Dietitian
(Photo by Sharon)

Based on the classic 3-bean salad, this version will give you the flavors of Provence in every bite.

Crisp Lentil Salad by Elizabeth Shaw, RDN, founder of Shaw’s Simple Swaps
(Photo by Elizabeth)

For a perfect meal on the fly, whip up this delish crisp lentil salad packed with protein.

Grilled Strawberry and Asparagus Freekeh Salad by Robin Plotkin, RDN, LDN, founder of Robin Plotkin the Every-Dietitian
(Photo by Robin)

For both a savory and sweet mix, this salad will rock your world. Get your groove on with this vitamin C-rich dish.

Farro Salad with Summer Vegetables by Erica Julson, RDN, founder of Erica Julson
(Photo by Erica)

Relish this nutty-tasting, grain-based side dish at your next picnic. It also has every color of the rainbow from veggies. Cheers to your health.

Wild Rice & Kale Salad by Alex Caspero, RDN, certified veggie lover, and owner of Delish Knowledge, healthy vegetarian foods made simple                                                                                                                                                   (Photo by Alex) 

When it comes to savory and hearty, this wild rice kale salad is a winner for any picnic.

Tabbouleh with Chickpeas by Dixya Bhattarai, RDN, founder of Food, Pleasure, and Health
(Photo by Dixya)

This salad is definitely a crowd pleaser. It’s packed with flavorful herbs, fresh veggies, and plant-based protein. 

Mango Lime Quinoa Salad by Sarah Schlichter, MPH, RDN, founder of Bucket List Tummy
(Photo by Sarah)

For a gluten-free, vegan-friendly salad, this is a flavorful hit at picnics.

Rainbow Chicken Quinoa Salad by Emily Kyle, MS, RDN, founder of Emily Kyle Nutrition
(Photo by Emily)

Double your protein with this salad from both the protein in the chicken and the quinoa. While you’re at it, you’ll taste the rainbow of flavor from both fruits and veggies, too.

Dill Potato Salad by Jenny Shea Rawn, MS, MPH, RDN, founder of My Cape Cod Kitchen
(Photo by Jenny)

For a fresh, light, potato salad that combines potatoes, crisp veggies, and bright herbs. You’ll love this picnic salad. 

Salad in a Jar by Nazima Qureshi, MPH, RDN, founder of Nutrition by Nazima
(Photo by Nazima)

Pre-make these salads in a jar and bring them to your next picnic so everyone has an individual serving.  Genius!

Greek Orzo Pasta Salad by Amanda Hernandez, MA, RDN, founder of The Nutritionist Reviews
(Photo by Amanda)

Enjoy the delicate flavors of the Mediterranean in this phenomenal pasta salad.

Mint & Radish Greens Pesto Pasta Salad with Roasted Radishes and Peas by Jessica Fishman Levinson, MS, RDN, CDN, founder of Nutritioulicious
(Photo by Jessica)

For a twist on a classic, try this crowd-pleasing pasta salad recipe. This side dish is not only tasty, it’s pretty to look at. 

Tuna Niçoise Pasta Salad by Jamie Vespa, MS, RDN, founder of Dishing Out Health
(Photo by Jamie)

For a complete meal in one, this protein-rich pasta salad is simple, easy, tasty, and fast.

Curried Chicken Salad by Melanie Flinn, MS, RDN, founder of Nutritious Eats
(Photo by Melanie)

By adding Greek yogurt to the salad, you cut down on the amount of mayonnaise used in the salad, making it lighter without losing the flavor.

Grilled Veggie Pizza by Jenna Braddock, RDN, founder of Make Health Easy
(Photo by Jenna)

For all the pizza lovers out there, here’s an amazing summer veggie pizza to bring to any picnic or party.

Grilled Hemp Pesto Peach Flatbread by Kara Lydon, RD, founder of the Foodie Dietitian
(Photo by Kara)

Flatbread, grilled peaches, and hemp pesto. Life doesn’t get much better than this. Yum!

Five Bean Baked Chili by Me, Sarah Koszyk, MA, RDN
(Photo by Me)

One of my all-time favorite recipes for any party or picnic. It’s hearty chili at its finest (and there’s bacon involved)!

Sorghum, Chicken and Veggie Lettuce Wraps by Lauren Harris-Pincus, MS, RDN, founder of Nutrition Starring YOU
(Photo by Lauren)

For a protein and fiber-filled, picnic-perfect lunch, savor these lettuce wraps tossed with a pumpkin Dijon vinaigrette.

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Apple Cabbage Slaw by Katie Morford, MS, RDN, founder of Mom’s Kitchen Handbook
(Photo by Katie)

Enjoy these juicy pulled pork sandwiches, cooked with tangy bbq sauce and tart apple cider. Perfect finger food for everyone.

Spicy Hummus Black Bean Veggie Burger by Kara Lydon, RD, founder of the Foodie Dietitian
(Photo by Kara)

These burgers are easy to make and packed with flavor and veggie-based protein. Get your grill on at your next picnic.

Taco Tuna Quinoa Sliders by Kelli Shallal, MPH, RDN, founder of Hungry Hobby
(Photo by Kelli)

This is a twist on a tuna cake that’s made into a “slider.” What better finger food can you get?

Desi Fruit Chaat by Dixya Bhattarai, RDN, from Food, Pleasure, and Health
(Photo by Dixya)

Fruit is a fabulous dessert at a picnic. By adding the chaat masala, you get a tangy, spicy flavor in the dish. 

Fresh Fruit Rolls with Peach Sauce by Nazima Qureshi, MPH, RDN, founder of Nutrition by Nazima
(Photo by Nazima)

This is a fun twist with fruit wrapped in rice paper dipped in a peach sauce. Incredible finger food dessert for all ages.

Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bars by Jamie Vespa, MS, RDN, founder of Dishing Out Health
(Photo by Jamie)

These chocolate chip zucchini bars are a decadently healthy picnic treat for all ages. Rich, moist, and packed with veggies, these bars are also free from gluten, oil, and refined sugar.

Almond Cocoa Macaroons by Christy Brissette, MS, RDN, founder of 80 Twenty Nutrition
(Photo by Christy)

Enjoy these nutty-flavored, coconut-rich, cocoa cookies at your next picnic. They’re gluten-free and vegan, too.

Have a wonderful Labor Day and enjoy your Family. Food. Fiesta.

Sarah Koszyk, MA, RDN