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Summer Picnic Ideas and a Giveaway!

5/27/2014

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Edit: Congratulations to Amy Lynn for winning the Parrano picnic giveaway! Thank you everyone for submitting all the lovely comments! 

The wait is finally over for this picnic inspired giveaway, filled with all kinds of healthy goodies to take along on your summertime adventures. First I must thank the good folks at Parrano cheese for making this giveaway possible! Some of these products are local favorites of mine, while others I just recently discovered, but needless to say they are all beautifully delicious. Now I know you are wondering what all is included in the giveaway? Well, I have included a list of what all the winner will receive along with an explanation of why I chose it below! All you have to do to enter to win is comment on this post! You may also feel free to like my post on facebook or reblog my post on instagram to gain extra submissions!! I will announce the winner on June 23rd 8pm EST. (Edit: this giveaway has ended.) I wish everyone the best of luck! 

What's inside?
  • a selection from Parrano cheese 
  • one jar Maranatha Sunflower Seed Butter
  • one jar Leoci's Raspberry Jalapeno Jam
  • one bag of  Brad's Raw Chips
  • one jar Miss Jenny's Pickles 
  • four Larabars
  • four (non-alcoholic) Reed's Extra Ginger Brews 
  • two linen napkins 
  • two mason jars 
  • pretty paper straws 

Maranatha Sunflower Butter: This sunflower seed butter is a long time favorite of mine! I promise you will not even miss the peanut butter. Toasty sunflower seeds blended into a creamy spread with just a hint of sea salt; it's the perfect addition to a hearty breakfast or an energizing snack! 

Leoci's Raspberry Jalapeno Jam: This locally made sweet and spicy jam is crafted only from the good stuff making it an awesome addition to any meal! Serve it over toast with parrano cheese, mix it into a savory marinate or swirl it into a batch of cookies! 

Brad's Raw Chips: Add some low calorie, low carb crunch to your meal with these healthy chips. Brad's Raw Chips are packed with super foods, like kale and flax seeds, making them an excellent anytime snack. Top them with your favorite hummus or cheese and make it a meal! 

Miss Jenny's Salt and Pepper Pickles: What is a picnic without pickles? I cannot stress how hard it is to find good store bought pickles, so needless to say this local brand definitely had me surprised! Simple ingredients are all you need without the addition of artificial colors or high fructose corn syrup. 

Larabars: To all who have not tried a Larabar before, now is your chance! These healthy snacks are one of my favorites! Made with only a few simple ingredients and no added sugars, colors or preservatives, these sweet treats make for a perfect power snack during a day of adventure. 

Reed's Extra Ginger Brew: My entire family loves these naturally brewed sodas! Made with fresh ginger and an array of spices, these non-alcoholic brews will be a favorite among any age group. 

Pretty Paper Straws: Paper straws make any beverage more fun, need I say more?

Mason Jars: You can never have enough mason jars so I have included some into the mix! I use them to store grains, fresh granola and for my salad-in-a-jar recipe of course! 
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Believe it or not salads are easy to take along on a picnic! With this recipe, leave the mess behind and pack up something healthy. A salad-in-a-jar is always my go to recipe when vacationing or simply on the go. Feel free to pack it up the day before to save time. 

Salad-In-A-Jar 

Ingredients:

For the Salad: 

handful fresh spinach or spring greens

small handful sprouts (I used sunflower) 

1/2 cup fresh cherries, quartered 

1/2 cup chopped cucumber 

1 cup cooked chickpeas or navy beans 

handful raw walnuts

1/4 cup shaved Parrano cheese 

For the Dressing:

1 tbs brown mustard

1 tbs maple syrup 

juice of two lemons 

1 tbs dried herbs of your choice (I used oregano) 

2 tbs olive oil

cracked black pepper to taste 

ground sea salt to taste 

Instructions:

First, add all your dressing ingredients to a quart mason jar and shake to combine (I always taste my dressing before adding the rest of the ingredients). Next, add the beans, cherries and chopped cucumber to the bottom of the jar (this allows them to marinate and not get the other ingredients too soggy). To top it off add in your fresh greens, sprouts, raw walnuts and cheese! Cap up the jar and pack it up. 

To assemble, I usually just shake the jar a bit before dumping it into a bowl/ plate or just eating it out of the jar! Recipe prepares two small servings or one large serving (alternately you can divide the salad among two pint sized jars if serving two). Serve alongside, hearty sandwiches or rustic bread, topped with jam and Parrano cheese! 

*You can really add in any of your favorite toppings to make this salad your own! Just start off with the crisp veggies, firm fruits and dressing, then move on to the lighter toppings like sprouts and spinach. If desired, you can take along extra toppings in an separate container (to add on as the finishing touch) like walnuts, sunflower seeds, raisins or fresh berries. 

Optional Pairings
Parrano, walnuts, tomatoes
Feta, cucumber, olives
Manchego, almonds, strawberries
Parrano, blackberries, pumpkinseeds 

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Post by: Rebecca 
29 Comments
Carla Pullum
5/24/2014 05:12:42 am

Wow this would be great for a nice summer picnic!

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Kelly D
5/24/2014 11:19:57 am

The cheese sounds great and I would love this. Thank you!

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Elle
5/24/2014 03:29:27 pm

I would love to win this fabulous picnic prize - so many delicious looking goodies!

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Elle
5/24/2014 03:31:03 pm

I liked this post on FB for another entry. Thanks.

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Jordan
5/25/2014 12:54:08 am

Mason jar glasses with paper straws are so adorable. I love this basket of goodies, hope I win! Thanks for the giveaway :)

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Donna Krebs
5/25/2014 03:23:09 am

Sounds so good! I would love to try the jelly.

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Casie K.
5/25/2014 04:25:08 am

Thank you for the opportunity!

All of the items look awesome but I think I'd like to try the homemade ginger brews the most. :D

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Casie K.
5/25/2014 04:26:15 am

I also liked your FB page and the giveaway post!

Casie Kersey on facebook.

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Joy
5/25/2014 10:17:17 am

This is such a great website!

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Hazel
5/25/2014 12:25:44 pm

The raspberry jalapeño jam sounds delish! I hope I'm the lucky one to win the picnic basket.

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Kristen
5/25/2014 07:28:15 pm

What a lovely picnic! All I ever really need is bread, cheese & fruit, but ginger beer would make it special!

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Cathy
5/25/2014 10:14:18 pm

Looks absolutely delicious!! Very creative Rebecca

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Theresa N
5/26/2014 04:56:48 am

A wonderful selection for a picnic.

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Trenda Tillson
5/27/2014 10:06:21 am

LOVE LOVE LOVE Miss Jenny's Pickles, I am pregnant and oh boy these are yummmmmmmy!

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Dandi
5/29/2014 06:50:12 am

I would love to win this wonderful selection of products!

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Dandi
5/29/2014 06:51:09 am

I liked this post on facebook as Dandi Daffyhill.

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meredith
5/29/2014 08:32:52 am

This basket looks amazing - I especially love the Reed's Extra Ginger Brews! What a fabulous picnic!

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mysweetiepiepie link
5/29/2014 08:45:39 am

Everything looks so very, very yummy!

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Amy Lynn
5/31/2014 01:50:50 pm

I am going to use your salad-in-a-jar idea! Genius! Would love to take all these goodies out for a picnic when my hubby gets home from his training :) Thanks for the giveaway Rebecca!

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Amy Lynn
5/31/2014 01:53:23 pm

I liked your giveaway post on Facebook

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Chelsea M.
5/31/2014 11:47:26 pm

I've never tried any of these things but I'm going to take your word for it! It's probably better than McDonalds!
P.s. you're awesome!

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Lauren
6/1/2014 02:31:30 pm

Wow. This site is so beautifully done. Great job and best wishes for the future!

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Jeanette
6/11/2014 05:44:45 am

This is a perfect picnic basket combo! Love how healthy everything is :) Not to mention i've never tried some of this stuff so it would be a picnic and an adventure all at once! Great blog post!

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Mirchell Hicks
6/11/2014 08:10:58 pm

Local is always better it gives you better look at the flavor of your surrounding no matter where you are, it's like a window to a different place!

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Deb
6/12/2014 06:41:32 am

Looks yummy!

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Tina Martin
6/12/2014 09:57:59 am

Live the cheese! All of these items sound amazing! Love trying new foods. Pick me!!! :)

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Michael Bird
6/13/2014 02:54:37 am

A basket of picnic goodness.

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Stef
6/13/2014 07:48:56 am

That looks like it'd be the most delicious picnic ever!

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Rebecca link
6/23/2014 10:10:57 am

Thank you everyone for the lovely comments, and congratulations to Amy Lynn for winning the parrano picnic giveaway!!

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