17 Best Recipes to Take to the Beach

No day at the beach is complete with enough food.

Simply Recipes / Laurel Randolph

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I can’t think of anything worse than planning a whole day by the ocean, only to realize you forgot to pack something delicious to eat. When you want to ride the waves or enjoy the sand and sun, you need to have adequate nutrition.

Here are 17 of our best sandwiches, snacks, salads and dips to easily take on the go and enjoy at the beach, plus tips from our readers and Simply Recipes contributors and editors.

Get the recipe: Italian sandwich

“If you’re making this for a trip, I recommend wrapping the whole sandwich and cutting it up once you arrive at your destination. This will prevent the sandwich from falling apart.” —Nick Evans, Simply Recipes contributor

Get the recipe: Pesto Pasta Salad

“Cherry tomatoes, walnuts, peas and olive tapenade are what I had on hand for this particular version, but you could also add goat cheese, slivered almonds, sun-dried tomatoes or snow peas -All. » —Elise Bauer, founder of Simply Recipes

Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

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Get the recipe: Watermelon Salad with Cotija, Jicama and Lime

“This salad contains all the elements (acid, sugar, salt, melon water) of an electrolyte sports drink, the one you drink after training to rehydrate. So this is another good reason to enjoy this salad on a hot day. This will keep you hydrated!

Get the recipe: Cucumber Lime Mint Agua Fresca

“I’ve been making this for years. If you want to make it sugar-free without sacrificing sweetness or taste, add honeydew melon. The melon is sweet enough to do the job and pairs so well with the other veggies/fruits. that you don’t really get a “melon” taste. —Bekah, Simply recipe reader

Get the recipe: Fattoush Salad

“Wait until just before serving to toss it with the dressing to keep everything crispy.” —Sheryl Julian, Simply Recipes contributor

Simply Recipes / Shilpa Iyer

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Get the recipe: Plantain Chips

“This recipe works best with firm, green plantains that contain less sugar and moisture and more starch. When shopping, look for plantains that are bright green all over. Some brown spots are OK, but they should not not turn yellow. —Kayla Hoang, Simply Recipes contributor

Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel

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Get the recipe: Loaded Vegetarian Sandwich

“As this sandwich is fully loaded, it’s important to prepare your ingredients in the correct order. I designed the layers to prevent the bread from getting soggy and help keep the sandwich together as it passes from the plate to your mouth.” —Laurel Randolph, editor-in-chief of Simply Recipes

Get the recipe: Muhammara (Red Pepper and Walnut Dip)

“Think of muhammara like hummus, as a flavorful dip or spread with multiple uses.” —Katie Morford, Simply Recipes contributor

Get the recipe: Mango Avocado Salsa

“The mango you want for this particular recipe is not too much wall. Her skin should have minimal green, but it will not Give in easily when pressed with your fingers. ” — Marta Rivera, Simply Recipes contributor

Get the recipe: Easy Scallion Pancakes

“This recipe was quick, easy and is a delight to share with the whole family. The toppings can also be replaced with caramelized onions, shallots or fresh chives, either way the result is wonderful.” —Denali, Simply Recipe Reader

Simply Recipes / Lori Rice

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Get the recipe: Classic Muffuletta

“Rather than fresh carrots, celery and cauliflower, I recommend using pickled Italian giardiniare.” —Lance, Simply Recipe Reader

Get the recipe: Picnic Pasta and Bean Salad

“The prep work for this salad is minimal. Just cook some pasta, make a dressing, chop a few herbs and vegetables, and open a few cans of beans.” —Sheryl

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies

“If you want soft cookies, bake a little longer at a lower temperature.” —Elise

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Get the Recipe: Green Goddess Pasta Salad

“The dressing is what makes this pasta salad special. It’s not your traditional green goddess dressing, which usually contains mayonnaise and sour cream. Instead, it’s a more vegan dressing. vibrant, both in color and flavor, that contains lots of green vegetables” —Simply Recipes contributor Devan Grimsrud.

Get the recipe: Chipotle-Lime Mixed Nuts

“As for spices, you can use regular chili powder, cayenne pepper, Chinese five spice, or Garam Masala. Remember you’ll need something sweet, spicy, salty, spicy and a touch of acidity.” —Elise

Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

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Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Granola Bark

“Push this recipe into the dessert realm by painting the top of the cooled bark with melted dark chocolate before breaking it into pieces.” -Katie

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek

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Get the recipe: Pea pesto

“While I love the buttery sweetness that pistachios give this pesto, almost any toasted nut or seed can be used in their place: try walnuts, almonds, cashews, or pepitas (pumpkin seeds) .” —Sheela Prakash, Simply Recipes contributor

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