Camping season is upon us, meaning it's acceptable to consider s'mores an official food group. While fireside cuisine isn't complete without some form of toasted marshmallow or banana boat, it can be a little more virtuous if you cook healthier mains. Here are 15 ways to sneak nutrition into your camping trip.
Japanese Tuna Sushi Bowl With Quick Pickled Cucumber: Poke addicts can get their seafood fix with these camp-style sushi bowls. Prep the furikake seasoning, salty marinade, and soft-boiled eggs at home, then cook the rice and assemble the bowl at camp. It’s full of all of the interesting, fulfilling flavors and textures you’ll need after a long day on the trails. (via Fresh Off the Grid)
Honey Sriracha Chicken Meal Prep Bowls: Traveling but want to stay on your at-home heath plan? No prob. Prep to-go containers according to this recipe, pack 'em in a cooler, and reheat at camp. (via The Girl on Bloor)
Pineapple Chicken Skewer Lettuce Wraps: Bring pre-marinated chicken and fixings to your campsite, then unload everything onto a tray for everyone to customize their own skewers and wraps. (via Brit + Co)
Tahini Chickpea Cucumber Salad: Try easy-to-pack, versatile salad on its own, on a sandwich, or spooned over chicken and greens for dinner. (Hello Veggie)
Asparagus and Goat Cheese Frittata: Feed a crowd in style with this frittata, bursting with the springy flavors of asparagus and goat cheese. Feel free to substitute the asparagus for whatever seasonal veggies you have on hand. (via Brit + Co)
Caprese Chicken Foil Packs: Simply layer chicken, olive oil, pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella, cook for half an hour, and enjoy this refreshing fireside meal. (via Damn Delicious)
Shakshuka: The inviting aromas of sizzling tomatoes, onions, red pepper, and spices will wake you right up, if you’re still feeling like a zombie when you wake up from the previous day’s escapades. (via Brit + Co)
Southwest Vegetable Quinoa Salad: Recharge after a day of hiking with this veggie-rich salad. It's especially easy to make ahead, pack in a cooler, and enjoy right away. (via The Creative Bite)
Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili: There’s nothing like eating a hearty bowl of chili while gathering around the campfire. This meat-free version is made with sweet potatoes and black beans, and it will reheat in a jiffy. (via Brit + Co)
Thai Salmon in Foil: Cook fresh salmon over a fire, and you’ll feel like a true outdoorswoman — especially if you pretend you just caught it in the river. This succulent cut of salmon gets Thai flavors from fish and hoisin sauces. (via Damn Delicious)
Summer Rolls With Almond Butter Satay: Light summer rolls are the ideal camping dinner because they’re cheap, customizable, and fun to make as a group. The satay dipping sauce is the best part in terms of both its addictive flavor and easy preparation. (via Fresh Off the Grid)
Stuffed Grilled Avocados With Shrimp and Mango Salsa: Those adept at grilling will love these tropical stuffed avocados, filled with garlicky shrimp and spicy mango salsa. (via The Roasted Root)
Mediterranean Salmon Foil Packs:Pesto and crumbly feta on top of silky salmon filets will always feel restorative, no matter how hot it is outside. (via The Seasoned Mom)
10-Minute Vegan Stir-Fry: If all you have time to do in the way of food prep is to stop at a Trader Joe’s on the way to your campsite, you’re in luck. This 10-minute stir-fry comes together with three main ingredients and requires zero advance work. (via Brit + Co)
Italian Chicken and Veggie Foil Packs: If you’re concerned about getting all of your veggies in while sleeping in a tent, worry not. These packs, emanating the aroma of an Italian trattoria, have five different ones. (via Hello Glow)
Going camping this summer? Tag us in your food pics on Instagram!
Going camping this summer? Tag us in your food pics on Instagram!
(Additional reporting by Sarah Landrum)
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Sara Cagle
Sara is a food and lifestyle freelance writer in Los Angeles. She writes a weekly events column for the Los Angeles Times and loves writing food content for Brit + Co. After all, the English language's most fun adjectives are best applied to delicious foods. In her free time, she's a hip hop dancer, avid moviegoer, and thorough face-mask user.
