16 Best Sandwiches for Spring and Summer Picnics

You don't have to be a vegetarian to love this crisp and cool sandwich that's healthy and protein-packed, filled with a mix of cannellini beans, lemon juice, fresh dill and three kinds of veggies.

Get the recipe for Smashed White Bean, Cucumber and Radish Sandwiches.

Food fads come and go, but some classics remain, like this simple yet satisfying combination of thinly sliced roast beef, sweet red cherry peppers and shredded romaine lettuce on a hoagie.

Get the recipe for Roast Beef with Romaine Lettuce and Cherry Pepper Slaw Sandwiches.

Flavor-packed chicken salad makes the perfect picnic sandwiches. With sweet mango chutney, red grapes, and a bit of curry powder, this recipe is a fresh take on a picnic classic.

Get the recipe for Pressed Grilled Chicken Salad Sandwiches.

Since it's usually laden with mayo, it's no wonder tuna salad gets a bad rap. This lively version takes a Mediterranean — and healthier — turn, with olive oil, Kalamata olives, lemon juice and parsley, packed in a pita.

Get the recipe for Tuna, Tomato, Red Onion and Olive Pita.

Swiss chard is sturdy enough to act as a wrap for tasty fillings and stand up to double dips in the honey-ginger peanut sauce. This is a great picnic sandwich alternative for family members or friends who follow a gluten-free diet.

Get the recipe for Thai-Style Peanut Chicken Wraps.

Make these monstrous wraps come to life with sliced cheddar, olives, and cornichon pickles! Use your favorite sandwich filling and give the kids food they can have fun with during your summer picnic.

Get the recipe for Monster Wraps.

This towering hero packs a multitude of delicious flavors.

Get the recipe for Chicken Chivito Sandwiches.

Crispy fried shrimp, coated in sweet coconut flakes, is an easy but outrageously delicious filling for this fresh take on a banh mi (complete with spicy mayo and crunchy fresh veggies, of course).

Get the recipe for Crispy Coconut Shrimp Sandwiches.

Spice up your traditional turkey sandwich with this version, packed with hot sauce, salami, and cilantro.

Get the recipe for Vietnamese Turkey Sandwiches.

Think fall flavors have to stay in fall? Think again. This tart, sweet, and savory sandwich has so many flavors and textures to keep you satisfied and full on any summer day.

Get the recipe for Turkey, Brie, Bacon, and Cranberry Sandwiches.

The thing that makes this sandwich the perfect picnic sandwich is that it's ridiculously easy to prepare. Simply bring the buns, the pulled pork, and the slaw to the park in a cooler and assemble. No soggy mess, no stress.

Get the recipe for Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Tangy Slaw.

There's something about steak in the summer that just feels right. Add in some light, bright, and tangy arugula pesto and you have a perfectly balanced bite.

Get the recipe for Seared Steak Sandwiches with Arugula Pesto.

There's no more classic summer sandwich than a fully-loaded Italian sub, and this recipe is an interesting take on that classic bite. Jam-packed with delicious Italian meats and veggies, this sandwich is the perfect mix of flavor, protein, and fiber.

Get the recipe for Pressed Italian Sandwiches.

Breakfast picnic, anyone? These delicious egg and cheese-filled sandwiches would be do well wrapped in foil, making for the ideal breakfast picnic food. Enjoy them after a hike or with a to-go cup of your favorite cold brew.

Get the recipe for Egg Sandwiches.

Make the most out of the canned tuna sitting in your pantry with this easy and healthy wrap recipe.

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Just looking at these sandwiches makes us want to schedule daily picnics. From the homemade pesto to the layers of grilled eggplant and thinly sliced prosciutto, your other favorite sandwiches now have some serious competition.

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