Lyndsey and I spend a lot of time camping on our acreage. When it comes to camping meals, we try and keep it simple and easy! it can get easy to rely on processed foods while camping, we have fallen victim to that. With some simple prep work though you can turn camping mealtime into a healthy fulfilling meal. I am going to list some of our favorite ‘s for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Breakfast Ideas
- Overnight Oats
- Ingredients: Rolled oats, almond milk, chia seeds, honey, fresh berries.
- Prep Work: Mix oats, almond milk, chia seeds, and honey in a jar. Refrigerate overnight. Add fresh berries in the morning. We like to utilize our Mulberry tree’s for fresh fruit!
- Tip: Prepare individual jars for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Veggie Omelette
- Ingredients: Eggs, bell peppers, onions, spinach, cheese.
- Prep Work: Chop veggies ahead of time and store them in a container. Beat eggs and store in a separate container.
- Tip: Use a portable stove or campfire to cook the omelets.
- One of our favorite things to do in the morning is go collect our own eggs from the coop and incorporate them into our breakfast!
Lunch Ideas
- Chef’s Salad
- Ingredients: Ice burg lettuce, Cheese, some cut up lunch meats, and dressing of your choice.
- Prep Work: Chop lettuce ahead of time, and get your portions correct so you can just mix together when it is time.
- Tip: Keep the salad in a cooler to maintain freshness.
- Turkey Wraps
- Ingredients: Whole wheat tortillas, turkey slices, avocado, lettuce, hummus.
- Prep Work: Slice avocado and prepare lettuce ahead of time. Assemble wraps at the campsite.
- Tip: Wraps are easy to customize with your favorite ingredients.
Dinner Ideas
- Grilled Veggie and Meat Skewers
- Ingredients: Bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, herbs. Venison Steaks, or Beef of choice.
- Prep Work: Chop veggies and marinate meat and veggies in olive oil and herbs. Skewer veggies and meat and store in a container.
- Tip: Grill over a campfire or portable grill for a smoky flavor.
- Foil Packet Chicken
- Ingredients: Chicken breasts, potatoes, carrots, olive oil, garlic, rosemary.
- Prep Work: Chop potatoes and carrots. Season chicken with olive oil, garlic, and rosemary. Assemble foil packets with chicken and veggies.
- Tip: Cook packets over a campfire or portable grill for a hassle-free meal.
- These are a Family Favorite!!!
Snack Ideas
- Trail Mix
- Ingredients: Nuts, dried fruit, dark chocolate chips.
- Prep Work: Mix all ingredients in a container.
- Tip: Portion into individual bags for easy snacking.
- Fruit and Nut Bars
- Ingredients: Dates, almonds, oats, honey.
- Prep Work: Blend dates, almonds, oats, and honey. Press into a baking dish and refrigerate. Cut into bars.
- Tip: Store bars in a cooler, or camper fridge to keep fresh.
Prep Work Tips
- Plan Ahead: Create a meal plan for your camping trip and make a shopping list.
- Pre-Cook: Cook grains, chop veggies, and marinate proteins ahead of time to save time at the campsite. We don’t love this step but have learned it is crucial to save time!
- Pack Smart: Use airtight containers and resealable bags to keep food fresh and organized.
- Stay Cool: Use a cooler with ice packs to keep perishable items fresh.
With these easy and healthy camping meal ideas, you’ll be ready to enjoy delicious food while exploring the great outdoors. Happy camping!