22 Camping Recipes to Make Before Your Trip

Posted By Jenny Potter May 11, 2016

Spend less time cooking and more time canoeing, swimming and enjoying the great outdoors with these easy recipes that will last a few days in the cooler. Prep these tasty dishes before your trip and stash them in your cooler, so they'll be ready to enjoy when you've worked up an appetite from all that fresh air.

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Overnight Oatmeal Jars

Make these tasty little breakfast jars the night before you leave, and enjoy them with dried fruit, jam or maple syrup the next morning. The best part is they stay good for a day or two, so you can save them for breakfast in bed on Sunday morning. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/overnight-oatmeal-jars-with-last-minute-stir-ins/14709/" target="_blank">Overnight Oatmeal Jars</a>
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Quick and Easy Granola Bars

Pre-made granola bars are loaded with sodium and a variety of unpronounceable ingredients. Use salt-free, natural peanut butter and trail mix for a no-salt snack that can be adapted to what you have in the pantry. With whole grains, fibre and protein, these bars are a much healthier fast food snack. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/quick-and-easy-granola-bars/14807/" target="_blank">Quick and Easy Granola Bars</a>.
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Blueberry Orange Yogurt Bran Muffins

With the addition of yogurt, these blueberry-studded, orange-flavoured muffins turn out tender, moist and just heavenly. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blueberry-orange-yogurt-bran-muffins/12423/" target="_blank">Blueberry Orange Yogurt Bran Muffins</a>
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Banana Crunch Muffins

These moist banana muffins are packed with walnuts, granola and coconut and topped with banana chips, more granola and coconut for some extra crunch. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-crunch-muffins/15397/" target="_blank">Ina Garten's Banana Crunch Muffins</a>
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Jalapeño Cornbread

You’ll be happy you whipped up a batch of this spicy, filling snack for your camping trip. Enjoy as an afternoon nibble to tide you over until dinner, or warm it up by the fire for a double dose of heat. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/jalapeno-cornbread/17945/" target="_blank">Nancy Fuller’s Jalapeño Cornbread</a>
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Grilled Garlic Bread with Thyme Infused Butter

Bring along a loaf of bread, a little garlic, thyme and butter and simply grill it over the fire. For added flavour, wrap your garlic in foil and toss it in the coals for delicious roasted garlic bread. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-garlic-bread-with-thyme-infused-butter/6907/" target="_blank">Grilled Garlic Bread with Thyme Infused Butter</a>
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Grilled Zucchini Skewers

Enjoy a simple, healthy appetizer you can cook on the grill or over the fire. Simply slice and skewer zucchini rounds and grill them to perfection. Tip: use two skewers in each round to prevent your zucchini from slipping through the grill. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-zucchini-skewers-with-jalapeno-yogurt-dipping-sauce/16092/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay’s Grilled Zucchini Skewers</a>
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Artichoke Pasta Salad

Whip up this quick and easy Italian side for a fragrant and filling salad that will last for days in your cooler. Fresh oregano, thyme and basil meld perfectly with tart red wine vinegar and smooth extra-virgin olive oil. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/artichoke-pasta-salad/16084/" target="_blank">Alton Brown’s Artichoke Pasta Salad</a>
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Mushroom and Smoked Cheddar Frittata

This smoky, cheesy frittata holds up in a cooler all day and can be eaten cold or reheated for an easy campsite lunch alongside some pasta salad. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/mushroom-and-smoked-cheddar-frittata/10071/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Mushroom and Smoked Cheddar Frittata</a>
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Chickpea Salad

Full of red pepper, fragrant garlic, fresh cilantro and chickpeas makes this a protein-packed side that will leave you satisfied after a long day of outdoor adventure. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chickpea-salad/9377/" target="_blank">Chickpea Salad</a>
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Cold Orzo Salad with Roasted Vegetables

Loaded with flavour, this cold orzo salad is mayo-free, making it perfect for toting to the camp site. Brimming with fresh herbs, the flavourful marinade gets better as it sits, soaking into each toothsome morsel of orzo. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cold-orzo-salad-with-roasted-vegetables/5941/" target="_blank">Cold Orzo Salad with Roasted Vegetables</a>
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Multicolour Mexican Coleslaw

Bright red and green cabbage and mango come together for a sweet and spicy slaw that will stay super crunchy in your cooler all weekend long. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/multicolour-mexican-coleslaw/17417/" target="_blank">Multicolour Mexican Coleslaw</a>
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BBQ Chicken Kabobs with Tequila Lime Cilantro

Prep the kabobs then seal them inside a ziplock bag filled with the marinade. Pop it in the freezer, then slip into your ice-filled cooler before your trip. By the time you’ve set up camp, the skewers should be thawed, yet still cool, and perfectly marinated. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/bbq-chicken-kabobs-with-tequila-lime-cilantro/17076/" target="_blank">Valerie Bertinelli’s BBQ Chicken Kabobs with Tequila Lime Cilantro</a>
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Campfire Beans

What’s better than cooking a warm pot of beans by the fire? To save time, pre-cook your beans and simply warm them on the fire, for a quick and satisfying dinner on those chillier nights. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/campfire-beans/16237/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Campfire Beans</a>
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Grilled Veggie Burritos

Make your beans and rice at home, and all you’ll need to do is grill up your veggies for a flavourful and filling fireside dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-veggie-burritos/15589/" target="_blank">The Pioneer Woman’s Grilled Veggie Burritos</a>
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Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Let your slow cooker lend a helping hand while you’re busy packing for your trip. Make this saucy pulled pork a couple of days before, then freeze and let it thaw in your cooler. When you're ready, just warm it up, assemble and enjoy. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-pulled-pork-sandwiches/17847/" target="_blank">Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches</a>
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Roasted Root Vegetable Paella with Ancho Chilies

Pre-roast a selection of your favourite root veggies and pop them in the cooler. Hearty carrots, parsnips and beets will hold up for a few days chilled, so you can reheat and serve on toast for lunch or as a tasty veggie-filled dinner. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/roasted-root-vegetable-paella-with-ancho-chiles/15242/" target="_blank">Roasted Root Vegetable Paella with Ancho Chilies</a>
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Easy Pulled Turkey Tacos

Start with pre-cooked turkey and make this dish a few days before you travel. Just pop it in a freezer bag and freeze flat. Store in your cooler, and it will keep other foods chilled and slowly thaw. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/easy-pulled-turkey-tacos/15094/" target="_blank">Easy Pulled Turkey Tacos</a>
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Strawberry Shortcakes in a Jar

Mason jars are your best friend when camping. Fill a bunch of wide mouth masons with these scrumptious single-serving berry desserts, and you’ll have a tasty treat to enjoy right out of the cooler. Don’t forget the spoons! Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-shortcakes-in-a-jar/14311/" target="_blank">Strawberry Shortcakes in a Jar</a>
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Grilled Plum and Bourbon Crisps

Another tasty jar dessert, just bake these bourbon-topped beauties, pop a lid on top and take them on the road. Enjoy by the fire or as a sweet snack after hiking. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/grilled-plum-and-bourbon-crisps/16410/" target="_blank">Damaris Phillips Grilled Plum and Bourbon Crisps</a>
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Raisin Pecan Oatmeal Cookies

Everyone knows the best cookies are the perfect combination of chewy and crunchy, and these treats by Ina Garten deliver on both! Spiced cinnamon oatmeal cookies are packed with sweet raisins and rich, nutty pecans that are sure to delight with each bite. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/raisin-pecan-oatmeal-cookies/17440/" target="_blank">Ina Garten’s Raisin Pecan Oatmeal Cookies</a>
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The Ultimate Canadian Kitchen Sink Cookies

A versatile cookie that makes a satisfying snack on the road or in the canoe. Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/the-ultimate-canadian-kitchen-sink-cookie/18102/" target="_blank">The Ultimate Canadian Kitchen Sink Cookies</a>
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