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The best picnic food for 2025
How to create the ultimate grazing table
If you’re hosting, but want to keep it low-key, it’s entirely possible to turn the simplest of snacks into something spectacular, with a few simple tips and tricks.
The best picky teas are all about fun, variety, and a table full of irresistible bites to graze on. Think of it as a DIY feast where everyone builds their perfect plate.
We eat with our eyes first, so make sure to pile plates and platters high with a variety of our best buys, interspersed with colourful crudités, crackers and dips. Try presenting food at different heights too, for a fun mix-and-match experience. But ultimately, there are no rules – so keep it casual, be creative, and you’ll be well on your way to creating a relaxed, joyful feast!
How we test
Our experts munched their way through 10 classic picnic categories, from the all-important sausage rolls to the most delicious tapas and salads, testing products from all the major supermarkets and brands. Each was blinded to avoid brand bias before being assessed on its aroma, flavour and texture.
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Best sausage rolls
Perfect for sunny picnics, alfresco lunch breaks and, well, any time really – you can’t beat a good sausage roll. We tested 31 ready-made meaty sausage rolls, looking for those packed with well-seasoned pork and encased in crispy, buttery pastry.
These are the ones we recommend adding to the picnic basket...
Score: 86/100
It turns out that M&S wasn't fibbing when it named this product – our panel thought this was “the perfect sausage roll”. Made with coarse pork mince seasoned with caramelised onions, sage and thyme, it’s encased in buttery, flaky pastry. They’re ready to eat, but even better after 20 minutes in the oven.
Score: 84/100
Want a winning lunchtime treat the whole family can enjoy? Head to Lidl for this inexpensive pack of nine snack-sized sausage rolls. The pork was well-seasoned with nutmeg, garlic and parsley, and the pastry was light and airy. In short, a brill, classic sausage roll.
Score: 81/100
Go organic with this generous individual sausage roll from Lodge Farm. Our panel went wild for the rich, buttery pastry, and inside, they found the sausage meat to be lightly peppery. Try teaming it with a splodge of spicy ketchup at your next gathering.
These also passed...
- Waitrose No.1 Pork Cheese & Nduja Sausage Rolls, £3.80 for 188g, Score: 80/100
- Costa Pork & Apple Sausage Roll, £4 for 130g, Score: 79/100
- Tesco Finest Nduja and Hot Honey Sausage Rolls, £2.80 for 188g, Score: 77/100
- Morrisons Best Texas BBQ Sausage Rolls, £2.80 for 188g, Score: 76/100
- Co-op Irresistible Ploughmans Sausage Rolls, £3.50 for 188g, Score: 76/100
- Ginsters Sausage Roll, £1.50 for 130g, Score: 76/100
- Higgidy Great British Pork Dinky Rolls, £3.50 for 136g, Score: 75/100
- Greggs Sausage Roll, £1.55 for 103g, Score: 74/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Pork, Bacon & Cheddar Sausage Rolls, £2.39 for 188g, Score: 73/100
Best veggie rolls
Don’t eat meat? No problem. Whether you like your roll packed with veggies or one that replicates a meaty filling, we’ve got a sausage roll for you.
Our expert panel tested 18 vegetarian and vegan rolls, to find the best. They were looking for evenly baked, flaky pastry, with a generous filling – whether that’s a meat-mimicking plant-based protein, or a chunky mixture of veggies, herbs and spices.
Score: 83/100
Our testers really enjoyed Higgidy’s veggie roll, which combines subtly sweet, caramelised onions with sharp, salty mature cheddar, all wrapped up in a buttery, cheesy pastry. Serve hot with salad for a tasty midweek lunch.
Score: 79/100
This vegan sausage roll tastes convincingly meaty, with umami notes and a hint of sweetness. The soft, flaky pastry proved a highlight, which contrasted nicely with the firm texture of the filling. A good alternative to its pork counterpart.
Score: 76/100
Rather than trying to replicate the taste of meat, Caffé Nero’s roll is bursting with the flavours of butternut squash, sweet potato and onion, along with rosemary and oregano.
Testers enjoyed the flaky pastry, and the chunky filling, giving it the thumbs up if you’re looking for a tasty vegan lunchtime option.
These also passed...
- Lodge Farm Kitchen Sundried Tomato & Cheese Rolls, £10.35 for 350g, Score: 75/100
- Greggs Vegan Sausage Roll, £1.45 for 100g, Score: 75/100
- Tesco Finest Greek Feta & Spinach Pesto Rolls, £2.80 for 188g, Score: 74/100
- Higgidy Cypriot Halloumi & Hot Honey Rolls, £3.30 for 160g, Score: 74/100
- Wall's Vegan Jumbo Roll, £1.25 for 120g, Score: 74/100
- Clive's Vegan Sausagey Rolls with Chutney, £3.30 for 160g, Score: 74/100
- Squeaky Bean Snack Sausage Rolls, £3 for 160g, Score: 74/100
- Waitrose No.1 Mature Cheddar Cheese & Caramelised Onion Rolls, £3.50 for 188g, Score: 73/100
Best picnic pastries
Proving there’s more to picnics than the classic sausage roll, we’ve found a selection of pastry-based treats to tuck into. From empanadas to pork pies, quiches, pies and parcels, there’s no end to the ways you can get your pastry fix this summer.
Our experts tried 24 products, looking for a picnic-ready pastry outside of the traditional sausage rolls. These were the highlights...
Score: 86/100
Empanadas are brilliant for eating alfresco, as the meaty filling is all neatly contained inside crimped pastry. In this case, you’ll find gently spiced chorizo and chicken in a tangy tomato sauce. Make it a meal by pairing it with a leafy green salad on the side.
Score: 85/100
Tesco has given the traditional pork pie a fresh twist for summer. There’s a classic layer of jelly between the spicy chorizo and crispy pastry, which provides a lovely textural contrast – and our testers approved, telling us they’d be having more than one!
Score: 83/100
Delicious served hot or cold, this all-butter pastry is generously filled with a well-seasoned portobello mushroom, creamy mascarpone and egg filling. The perfect solution for when you don’t have time to make your own.
These also passed...
- M&S Collection Melton Mowbray Pork Pie, £4.25 for 440g, Score: 81/100
- Tesco Smoky Chicken & Chorizo Empanadas, £3.55 for 192g, Score: 81/100
- Co-op Irresistible Feta and Honey Parcels, £3.50 for 100g, Score: 80/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Pea, Spinach and Ricotta Quiche, £2.99 for 400g, Score: 79/100
- Waitrose No.1 Herby Pork & Apple Pie, £4.25 for 440g, Score: 78/100
- by Amazon Cheese And Onion Quiche, £1.77 for 400g, Score: 77/100
- Tesco Finest Greek Feta & Spinach Quiche, £TBC for 400g, Score: 77/100
- ASDA Pepperoni Slices, £1.75 for 300g, Score: 74/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Melton Mowbray Pork Pie, £1.99 for 295g, Score: 73/100
- Lidl Deluxe Chorizo, Cherry Tomato and Red Pepper Tart, £2.69 for 230g, Score: 73/100
- Morrisons The Best Cheddar & Caramelised Onion Pinwheels, £3.50 for 88g, Score: 72/100
- Odysea Spinach & Feta Filo Rolls, £1.60 for 120g, Score: 72/100
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Crustless Feta, Pea & Spinach Quiche, £4 for 400g, Score: 71/100
- Higgidy Mature Cheddar & Crispy Chilli Oil Little Quiche, £3 for 155g, Score: 70/100
Best falafel
Falafel is a great product to have on standby for a last-minute tea. The deep-fried vegetarian Middle Eastern snack – generally made with chickpeas, herbs and spices – is super versatile. They can be eaten hot or cold, are rich in protein and fibre, and can be served a multitude of ways. Try stuffing them into pittas, add to salads, or turn them into a wrap, along with fresh veggies, hummus, yoghurt or other dips.
Our expert testers munched their way through 17 classic and flavoured falafel from all the major supermarkets and brands. Each was warmed and blinded before being presented to our panel, to prevent brand bias. They were looking for a well-seasoned, well-balanced blend of chickpeas and pulses, with a mix of herbs and spices that enhance the natural flavour, along with a crispy, deep-fried exterior.
Here are our experts’ top picks for your next lunch.
Score: 89/100
Made with all-natural ingredients, these earthy, spinach-spiked falafel are surprisingly light, with a delicious, crispy texture. Like a saag dish in convenient snack format, we love them stuffed into pitta with a dollop of yoghurt.
Available from 31 March 2025
Score: 83/100
If you’re looking for a classic falafel, ASDA’s own-brand version scored highly with our panel. They’re deliciously crispy, with notes of cumin and coriander, and a little cayenne pepper to liven up the chickpeas.
Score: 82/100
Taking inspiration from Moroccan cuisine, Aldi’s well-priced falafel is flavoured with sweet apricot and dates, in addition to the more commonly seen cumin, coriander and red pepper.
And while our panel would have liked a touch more seasoning, they weren’t at all dry, and had a lovely touch of heat from the crushed chilli flakes.
These also passed...
- Gosh! Food Moroccan Falafel, £2.20 for 171g, Score: 80/100
- M&S Fresh Herb Falafels, £3.50 for 160g, Score: 79/100
- Plants By Deliciously Ella Veggie Herby Bites, £2.70 for 171g, Score: 79/100
- Plants By Deliciously Ella Spiced Veggie Bites, £2.70 for 171g, Score: 77/100
- Co-op Indian Spiced Falafels, £3.50 for 176g, Score: 77/100
- Ramona's Spinach & Kale Falafel, £3.75 for 500g, Score: 77/100
- Gosh! Mediterranean Falafel, £2.20 for 171g, Score: 75/100
- Lidl Vemondo Falafel, £1.45 for 200g, Score: 75/100
- Ramona's Original Falafel, £3.75 for 500g, Score: 75/100
- Tesco Green Pea Falafel, £3 for 152g, Score: 75/100
- Biona Organic Falafel Balls, £4.10 for 200g, Score: 73/100
Best tapas and antipasti
This exciting category is at the very heart of a successful picky tea and encompasses a variety of delicious bites. From authentic Spanish tortilla to stuffed peppers, this is the very best of the deli aisle, according to our experts. They should know, having tried 26 products within this category.
Score: 86/100
A traditional Spanish omelette – made with fried potatoes and sweet onion – makes a fantastic, filling addition to the spread. Our testers loved the authentic gooey middle, which reminded some of sunshine-filled Spanish holidays.
Score: 86/100
Part of Odysea’s range of authentic Mediterranean-inspired food, we love these sweet, bite-size red peppers. Each one is stuffed with herby cream cheese and salty feta, which provides the perfect balance to the heat of the pepper.
Score: 85/100
Described as the “perfect tapas option” by testers, these sweet and succulent king prawns deserve a space on your antipasti platter.
They’re marinated in a rich tomato sauce, and flavoured with garlic, parsley and sweet paprika. Ready to eat, simply serve alongside warm crusty bread to ensure you scoop up every last drop.
These also passed...
- Aldi The Fishmonger King Prawns in Garlic, Chilli & Coriander, £2.69 for 150g, Score: 83/100
- Tesco Mozzarella With Pesto, £3 for 125g, Score: 81/100
- Waitrose Tipple Toppers, £8 for 233g, Score: 81/100
- Lidl Dulano Serrano Ham Slices, £1.99 for 70g, Score: 80/100
- Iceland Deli Speciale Spanish Inspired Tortilla, £2.40 for 200g, Score: 79/100
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Bacon Wrapped Halloumi Sticks with Hot Honey Drizzle, £4.50 for 250g, Score: 78/100
- by Amazon Spanish Tortilla, £1.45 for 250g, Score: 78/100
- by Amazon Sunsoaked Tomatoes, £2.90 for 135g, Score: 78/100
- Tesco Finest Aperitivo Sharing Platter, £TBC for 243g, Score: 78/100
- M&S Marinated Italian Pesto Mozzarella, £3.90 for 170g, Score: 77/100
- Exceptional by ASDA Milano Grazing Platter, £3.75 for 120g, Score: 76/100
- Odysea Stuffed Vine Leaves, £3.95 for 210g, Score: 75/100
- Co-op Irresistible Bruschetta Platter, £4 for 150g, Score: 75/100
- Unearthed Spanish Spinach Omelette, £3.25 for 250g, Score: 73/100
- Co-op Irresistible Ham Hock and Vintage Cheddar Croquettes, £4 for 192g, Score: 72/100
- M&S Chorizo & Gouda Tapas Bites, £3.90 for 90g, Score: 72/100
- Selfridges Selection Artichokes in Olive Oil, £11.99 for 485g, Score: 71/100
- Morrisons Deli Ham & Cheese Croquetas, £2.50 for 108g, Score: 70/100
- Waitrose No.1 Romesco Charred Padron Peppers, £4 for 150g, Score: 70/100
Best charcuterie
A well-curated charcuterie board is made for sharing. From thinly sliced chorizo to ribbons of prosciutto, whether you mix and match or buy a ready-made selection of sliced meat, they’re an essential part of the spread. Team with crackers and cheese for a more well-rounded meal.
Our panel tested every component of an impressive 28 products, to ensure the perfect slices for your picnic.
Score: 91/100
Brindisa’s delicately thin, paprika-packed chorizo slices are the real deal. Made from black Ibérico pigs – a breed known for its distinctive sweet, nutty taste – this full-flavoured salami is the ultimate indulgence.
Score: 89/100
Just behind is this organic version, made using the same breed of pigs. Intensely flavoured, and beautifully aged with a buttery texture, this premium charcuterie is excellent quality. A little taste of sunny Spain, without leaving home.
Score: 89/100
Alternatively, ASDA’s convenient pack provides prosciutto, coppa and salami in one. Testers described the slices as rich, salty, sweet and nutty, making it an authentic Italian ready-made charcuterie board for on the go.
These also passed...
- M&S Collection Duck Rillette, £8 for 185g, Score: 87/100
- The Real Cure Wild Venison Beer Sticks, £5 for 70g, Score: 84/100
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Grazing Platter, £4.25 for 135g, Score: 81/100
- Waitrose No.1 Italian Grazing Platter, £10 for 380g, Score: 81/100
- Tesco Finest Prosciutto Crudo & Cheese Rollitos, £3.50 for 105g, Score: 80/100
- Unearthed French Torchon Ham, £4.20 for 160g, Score: 80/100
- Chapel & Swan High Welfare Pastrami, £5.16 for 150g, Score: 78/100
- Lidl Dulano Saucisson Sec, £2.99 for 250g, Score: 78/100
- Tesco Finest Italian Sharing Platter, £7.20 for 243g, Score: 78/100
- M&S Truffle Prosciutto Cotto, £5.50 for 100g, Score: 78/100
- by Amazon Italian Antipasti Platter, £4.25 for 120g, Score: 77/100
- Squeaky Bean Plant Based Spinach & Basil Tofu Slices, £2.50 for 80g, Score: 74/100
- Waitrose No.1 Proscuitto Arrosto, £4 for 100g, Score: 74/100
Best olives
We bet you’ll have popped a juicy olive into your mouth before you’ve even finished assembling your picky tea! Whether fresh, tinned or jarred, stone in or destoned, everyone has a preference when it comes to the humble olive.
Our experts tested 25 varieties on the quest to find the best olives. They were looking for a rich and buttery flavour, and crisp, juicy texture. Each one should be briny but well-balanced, with additional ingredients adding flavour without overpowering.
Score: 93/100
Instead of being encased in brine, this jar of juicy olives is filled with extra virgin olive oil, which provides bags of peppery flavour to each tasty tidbit. Scoop up all that Mediterranean goodness with a wedge of sourdough and your favourite cheese.
Score: 91/100
ASDA’s green olives are well marinated in a fresh combination of parsley, mint, coriander and lots of garlic. They’ve been combined with chunks of salty, creamy feta, which our testers thought was the perfect duo for summer.
Score: 89/100
If you prefer your olives with the stone in, Waitrose proved the best buy. Described as “chunky”, “crisp” and “fresh”, these large, high-quality olives are beautifully briny and nutty, with a bold lemon note. Perfect for picnics, or try using them to garnish freshly grilled fish.
Available from 30 April 2025
Score: 89/100
No olive taste test would be complete without the mighty Perello, a brand that has successfully established itself as the olive de jour.
The beautiful big, green, juicy olives have a fresh pepper flavour, and are complemented by a little heat from the chilli. We think this iconic tin is the ideal gift for your host.
These also passed...
- The Real Olive Company Wild Garlic & Basil Olives, £3.50 for 150g, Score: 87/100
- Fortnum & Mason Lucifer's Olives, £7.95 for 212g, Score: 85/100
- Odysea Gherkin Stuffed Olives, £2.80 for 290g, Score: 83/100
- Iceland Dele Speciale Garlic and Cheese Olives, £2.40 for 150g, Score: 83/100
- M&S Collection Giant Nocellara Olives, £4 for 150g, Score: 83/100
- The Best Gordal Olives with Iberico Cheese, £3 for 140g, Score: 81/100
- Co-op Irresistible Green Olives with Piri Peppers, £TBC for 130g, Score: 80/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Hot Honey Olives & Cheese Pearls, £1.99 for 140g, Score: 78/100
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Double Stuffed Olives, £3.50 for 160g, Score: 77/100
- Unearthed Almond Olives, £2.50 for 105g, Score: 76/100
- Harvey Nichols Green Olives, £7.95 for 380g, Score: 74/100
- Lidl Deluxe Chimirurri Olives, £1.99 for 150g, Score: 72/100
Best coleslaw
Sure, you could make your own, but these new season slaws offer a fresh take for summer. From chipotle-spiced to herbaceous green pesto, the supermarkets have found inventive ways to spruce up shredded cabbage.
Our testers sampled 14 varieties, looking for fresh and crunchy slaws with a rich and creamy mayonnaise base.
Score: 86/100
This fresh, creamy and super crunchy coleslaw will work well alongside a variety of picky tea bits. It has a mild heat from the chipotle spicing, and our testers said they’d “definitely buy it again”.
Available from 30 April 2025
Score: 78/100
A combination of crunchy cabbage and courgette flavoured with green basil pesto and parmesan, our testers thought this creamy coleslaw would be fantastic in a chicken sandwich.
Score: 78/100
We love this fresh, vibrant take on coleslaw, which is made with beetroot, apple and red cabbage.
It provides a lovely pop of colour on the plate, and the hint of horseradish works in a similar way to wasabi, making this a great side to serve alongside grilled tuna steaks.
These also passed...
- Iceland Luxury Coleslaw, £2.25 for 330g, Score: 75/100
- M&S Traditional Coleslaw, £1.30 for 300g, Score: 74/100
- Lidl Deluxe Premium Creamy Coleslaw, £1.25 for 300g, Score: 72/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Rich & Creamy Cheese Coleslaw, £TBC for 300g, Score: 72/100
- Morrisons The Best Caesar Coleslaw, £3 for 270g, Score: 70/100
- Vadasz Raw Kimchi, £4.50 for 400g, Score: 70/100
Best salads
Picnics can feel like a beige carb-fest at times, so brighten everything up with one of these expert-approved fresh and zingy salads. We sampled 19 ready-made salad pots, looking for recipes with fresh, crunchy veg and well-cooked (but not stodgy!) grains. Dressings should be bold and punchy without weighing the salad down or making it soggy, and finally, ingredients need to be well-proportioned (for example, if a salad includes feta, we want to see plenty of it throughout!).
Read on for the best buys of the season...
Score: 91/100
Move over sad, soggy lettuce – this salad pot has it all. Made with a protein-packed, fibre-rich blend of quinoa, edamame, soybeans, peanuts, almonds and pistachios, it feels virtuous, without compromising on flavour, and was filling too. It’s all tied together with a sweet and zingy soy and ginger dressing.
Score: 85/100
Vibrant, zingy and fresh, this crunchy, green salad – made with cucumber, edamame, apples, sugar snap peas and coriander – is dressed in a soy and ginger sauce, making it ideal for summer.
Score: 83/100
Tesco has cleverly added springy pasta spirals to a classic caesar salad – think parmesan shavings, plenty of garlic and bright lemon – to create the ultimate pasta salad for summer. The al dente pasta clings onto the creamy, cheesy sauce, so you get a bit of everything in each bite. Yum!
These also passed...
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Gochujang Chicken & Mixed Grains Salad, £4.50 for 230g, Score: 81/100
- Lidl Deluxe Spinach And Pine Nut Pasta Salad, £1.59 for 215g, Score: 80/100
- ASDA Potato Salad, £1.10 for 300g, Score: 78/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Spiced Chickpea, Potato & Mango Salad, £TBC for 220g, Score: 76/100
- ASDA Sweet Roasted Pepper Cous Cous, £2.50 for 230g, Score: 76/100
- Waitrose Mexican Rice & Corn Salad, £2.50 for 230g, Score: 74/100
- M&S Orzo & Roasted Tomatoes Family Pack, £4.25 for 400g, Score: 74/100
- Sainsbury’s Taste the Difference Green Goddess Salad, £4.50 for 175g, Score: 70/100
Best dips
No picnic is complete without the stars of the spread – dips! Whether you’re dunking or slathering, these flavourful companions turn simple snacks into something spectacular. From creamy hummus and zesty tzatziki to bold guacamole and smoky baba ghanoush, picnic dips bring variety and joy to every bite.
Our experts sampled 24 varieties to pair with crunchy veggies, crispy chips, or warm bread – let the dipping begin!
Score: 80/100
For the uninitiated, Muhmmara is a Middle Eastern dip, typically made with walnuts and roasted red pepper, and this is Odysea’s nut-free take on it. Instead crushed sunflower seeds step in for texture and are blended with tangy pomegranate molasses. As one person said, ‘I want it on EVERYTHING’. We strongly agree.
Score: 79/100
This full-flavoured yoghurt dip is packed with crunchy cucumber, dried mint and punchy garlic. Serve it alongside kebabs to cool and freshen the plate.
Score: 79/100
For a twist on classic houmous, Lidl has blended chickpeas with sweet peppadew piquante peppers and topped it with fiery harissa for a hint of heat. This would be excellent alongside grilled chicken or scooped up with sourdough.
These also passed...
- Tesco Finest Extra Virgin Olive Oil Houmous, £TBC for 170g, Score: 77/100
- Waitrose No.1 Baba Ghanoush, £2.75 for 170g, Score: 75/100
- M&S Fully Loaded Indian Style Dip, £4 for 410g, Score: 75/100
- Morrisons The Best Houmous with Confit Garlic, £2.25 for 170g, Score: 74/100
- Sainsbury's Taste the Difference Loaded Chicken Caesar Dip, £3.50 for 170g, Score: 74/100
- Natoora Watercress Tzatziki, £3.95 for 185g, Score: 73/100
- Ocado Tzatziki, £1.35 for 200g, Score: 73/100
- Co-op Irresistible Garlic Alioli with Green Pesto, £2.50 for 170g, Score: 72/100
- Waitrose Caesar Dip, £3 for 170g, Score: 72/100
- M&S Fully Loaded Mexican Style Dip, £3 for 170g, Score: 72/100
- Daylesford Organic Turmeric Houmous, £4.95 for 200g, Score: 70/100
- Aldi Specially Selected Sriracha Hot Honey Topped Houmous, £1.49 for 170g, Score: 70/100
10 April 2025: This article was updated to reflect the latest prices, update links and check stock levels.
Stacey looks after all food and drink reviews — from coffee pods and veg boxes, to natural wine and tequila. Stacey is also founder of Crummbs, where she’s written nearly 2,000 restaurant and hotel reviews since 2013. Prior to this, Stacey wrote hundreds of in-depth buying guides for the Independent, i newspaper and BBC Good Food, as well as reviewing restaurants and interviewing celebrities in her column at Balance Magazine. Stacey has also appeared in BAFTA-nominated BBC documentary Blood, Sweat & Takeaways, where she investigated South East Asia's food production industry, appearing on both Newsnight and BBC World Service to share her findings. Regularly checking out the latest restaurants, bars and product launches, Stacey also loves experimenting with recipes at home, and is a WSET-certified wine and spirits expert, with over 10 years of experience in the business. You can follow Stacey on Instagram @crummbs_uk
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