GETTING KETO IN THE KITCHEN:
Celebrate International Picnic Day The Keto Way!
Itโs often claimed that "life is no picnic" but guess what? Today it is! It's International Picnic Day! The word โpicnicโ comes from the French language, and itโs believed this type of informal outdoor meal became a popular pastime in France after the Revolution.
We've gathered some delicious recipes and tips for packing the perfect picnic, keto style!
Get ready to enjoy the great outdoors and some of your favorite (portable) keto dishes.
Picnic Style Caprese Salad: by Simply Gloria
INGREDIENTS
โข Fresh Mozzarella pearls
โข Fresh basil leaves
โข Salt and pepper
โข Olive oil
โข Grape tomatoes
โข Small mason jar
DIRECTIONS
1. Cut all of your grape tomatoes in half and put them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Drain the mozzarella and place on some paper towels to remove any excess moisture, then add to the mixing bowl.
3. Drizzle olive oil.
4. Toss in your fresh basil, salt, and pepper and gently mix until your olive oil, salt, and pepper are evenly distributed.
5. Separate into personal mason jars and store to serve at your picnic!
Simply Gloria Link
Keto Meat Subs: by Healthful Pursuit
INGREDIENTS
For The Subs
โข 9 oz (250 g) Italian style ham
โข 4ยฝ oz. (125 g) prosciutto
โข 5ยฝ oz (150 g) salami soppressata
โข 5ยฝ oz (150 g) genoa salami
โข 2 avocados (12 oz/340 g), peeled, pit removed, and sliced
โข 4 green onions, sliced in half
โข 2 leaves of iceberg lettuce or kale
โข 8 toothpicks (optional)
For The Sub Sauce
โข ยฝ cup Avocado Oil, MCT Oil, Liquid Coconut Oil or Canola Oil
โข 4 teaspoons juice from banana peppers
โข ยฝ teaspoon dried oregano leaves
โข ยผ teaspoon garlic powder
โข ยผ teaspoon grey sea salt
โข pinch ground black pepper
DIRECTIONS
1. Place a slice of ham on a clean plate or cutting board. Layer a piece of prosciutto, followed by three or four pieces of salami, layering like a pyramid or making a square shape with the layers.
2. Add a couple of slices of avocado, followed by a piece of green onion and a piece of iceberg to the far side of the meat stack.
3. Roll the ingredients up like a California roll. Secure with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining meat and filling.
4. Afterward, combine all sub sauce ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and serve alongside the low-carb sandwich.
Healthful Pursuit Link
Chicken Salad Picnic Eggs: by Wicked stuffed
Ingredients
โข 6 large eggs
โข 1 cup shredded + finely chopped chicken
โข 2 tbsp mayonnaise
โข 1 tsp dijon mustard
โข 1 tbsp chopped onion
โข a pinch of celery salt
โข 1/2 tsp dried dill
โข 1/2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning
โข 1/2 tsp old bay seasoning
Directions
1. Mix all ingredients (except for the eggs!) together until well mixed.
2. Refrigerate your chicken salad.
3. Boil, steam, or bake your eggs. Shell, cool, and cut in half.
4. Toss, save (or eat!) your yolks.
5. Fill your egg halves with chicken salad, just like you would a deviled egg.
6. Sprinkle with Old Bay seasoning
7. Enjoy!
Wicked Stuffed Link
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Now that you have all of your picnic food prepped and packed, youโre ready to go and enjoy your day! But, if youโre craving some dessert, weโve got you covered. Keto Bars are great for taking on the go! ๐