In this article, I bring you easy snacks for a spring picnic with turkey cold cuts, a very common ingredient in our cuisine, easy to find and very economical.
Once the cold winter is gone and good weather arrives, what you want most is to escape to the countryside, the beach, or any place where you can enjoy nature.
Spring is my favorite season of the year. I know that for many of you who are allergic, this may not sound appealing, but enjoying the flowers, fresh grass, blue sky, and the scents of spring is one of the greatest pleasures our planet offers.
In my hometown, during this time of year, the streets are filled with the scent of orange blossom. It’s a pleasure to stroll through the streets with this aroma. Such a unique scent from our orange and lemon trees—sadly, it doesn’t last all year.
So, a picnic getaway with snacks full of your favorite flavors becomes a perfect plan for any weekend.
I won’t ramble any longer—let’s get to these simple recipes.
25+ Easy and Quick Snack Ideas for a Picnic
Savory Cheese and Turkey Rolls
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Empanada wrappers | 16 |
| Turkey cold cuts | 200 g |
| Cheese slices | 1 pack |
| Egg | 1 |
| Sesame seeds | To taste |
Preparation
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper and place the wafers one by one.
- Cover each wafer with a slice of turkey cold cuts.
- Add a slice of cheese, making sure it doesn’t stick out.
- Roll them up and brush with beaten egg.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for a crunchy touch.
- Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes, until golden brown.
These rolls are delicious warm or cold.
Turkey and Cheese Canapés
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Shortcrust pastry | 1 plate |
| Turkey cold cuts | As needed |
| Cheese | To taste |
| Oregano | To taste |
Preparation
- Roll out the pastry slightly and cut into equal rounds.
- Line muffin molds and prick the dough with a fork.
- Roll the turkey slices and place inside.
- Add cheese cubes that melt well.
- Sprinkle oregano and bake at 200°C for 10 minutes.
Turkey Palmiers
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Puff pastry sheet | 1 rectangular |
| Turkey cold cuts | 6 slices |
| Cheese slices | 5–6 |
| Egg or butter | For brushing |
Preparation
- Roll out the pastry slightly.
- Arrange turkey and cheese on both sides, leaving space in the center.
- Roll each side toward the middle.
- Slice into 1 cm pieces.
- Brush with egg or butter and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden.
Cheese and Turkey Sandwiches
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Crustless bread | As needed |
| Turkey cold cuts | As needed |
| Cheese slices | As needed |
| Butter | As needed |
| Eggs | 1–2 |
| Oil | For frying |
Preparation
- Butter the bread slices.
- Layer cheese and turkey between bread.
- Cut into four equal pieces.
- Dip in beaten egg and fry until golden.
Serve hot or cold.
Stuffed Wheat Tortillas
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Wheat tortillas | As needed |
| Cream cheese | To taste |
| Turkey cold cuts | To taste |
| Chorizo | Optional |
| Cheese | Optional |
Filling Ideas (Examples)
- Hard-boiled egg, tuna, mayo, corn, lettuce
- Smoked salmon, cream cheese, spring onion
- Turkey, avocado, parsley, corn
- Prawns, pineapple, pink sauce
- Crab sticks, olives, yogurt sauce
They’re great hot or cold.
Puff Pastry Empanadas with Turkey
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Puff pastry wafers | As needed |
| Turkey cold cuts | As needed |
| Cheese | As needed |
| Fried tomato | To taste |
| Egg | 1 |
Preparation
- Spread wafers on a lined tray.
- Add tomato, cheese, and chopped turkey.
- Cover with another wafer and seal with a fork.
- Brush with egg and bake at 180°C for 10–15 minutes.
Bread Rolls Filled with Turkey and Cheese
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Crustless bread | As needed |
| Mayonnaise | To taste |
| Turkey cold cuts | As needed |
| Cheese | As needed |
| Egg | 1 |
| Breadcrumbs | As needed |
Children love helping with this recipe!
Club Sandwich
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sandwich bread | 4 slices |
| Turkey cold cuts | 1 slice |
| Chicken fillets | 2 |
| Bacon | 3 slices |
| Cheese | 2 slices |
| Lettuce & tomato | To taste |
| Mayonnaise | 1 tbsp |
Assembly
- Prepare a turkey and cheese sandwich.
- Prepare a chicken and bacon sandwich.
- Join with mayonnaise, lettuce, and tomato.
- Secure with skewers and cut.
Pizza Bites
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Empanada wrappers | As needed |
| Tomato sauce | To taste |
| Mixed cheeses | As needed |
| Turkey cold cuts | As needed |
| Oregano | To taste |
Bake at 180°C for 10–15 minutes.
Spring Cannelloni
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Turkey cold cuts | 8 slices |
| Eggs | 2 |
| Tuna | 1 can |
| Onion & pepper | Small amount |
| Mayonnaise | 2 tbsp |
Chill before serving for best flavor.
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