What to eat while camping? Are fresh foods a good idea? Eating something other than oatmeal (PLEASE)?
The summer season offers many opportunities to escape into nature and go camping! We will provide suggestions that mainly apply to camping at a fixed site, but some of these ideas could easily adapt to a short 1-2 night self-sufficient hike.
First, the grocery list, the essentials:
A few spices portioned into Ziploc or reusable bags
Salt and pepper
Sugar, brown sugar
Oil
Butter or margarine
Balsamic vinegar
Coffee and/or tea
Unrefrigerated milk carton
Condiments that are easy to keep warm: ketchup, mustard
Mixed nuts and dried fruits
Soft, protein bars
Water
Next, to create your menu, divide your days by your three meals and based on the activities you plan to do, also add your snacks to your schedule. Depending on your equipment and the quality of your cooler, prioritize using fresh ingredients quickly during your stay to avoid waste.
We suggest these two days with our menu ideas:
Friday
Breakfast: Banana and oatmeal pancakes
Mountain biking: Mixed nuts and dried fruits, protein bars
Lunch: Quesadillas
Dinner: Pasta with roasted pepper sauce, S'mores
Saturday
Breakfast: Shakshuka with tomatoes and peppers
Hiking: Beef jerky, mixed nuts and dried fruits, protein bars
Lunch: Tuna wraps
Water activity on Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP)
Dinner: Ramen noodle soup with tofu
We can't stress this enough, preparation is key!
With that, happy camping!
