If you're looking for a stress-free camping trip, I highly recommend making as much food ahead of time as possible. These 11 make-ahead camping meals will allow you to enjoy a relaxing vacation while still enjoying incredible food. There are easy, portable breakfast options, salads, and simple dinners that only require some reheating. Let me know your favorite make-ahead camping meal in a comment below.
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Recipe and photo credit: Fresh Off the Grid
Sloppy Joes
These easy Sloppy Joes are fast, simple, and as tasty as you remember! Perfect for BBQ’s, camping, and weeknight dinners.
Get the recipe: Sloppy Joes
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Camping Pasta Salad
This make-ahead tortellini salad with artichokes, tomatoes, olives, and creamy Italian dressing is a summer staple for camping, potlucks, and picnics.
Get the recipe: Camping Pasta Salad
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Make-Ahead Oatmeal for Camping
Keeping a stash of these apple cinnamon camping oatmeal jars on hand means you've always got a quick and easy breakfast ready to go in minutes.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Oatmeal for Camping
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Recipe and photo credit: Camping for Foodies
Easy Beef And Broccoli
Advanced meal prep means less time cooking at camp. You’ll love this beef and broccoli freezer meal that cooks in just 10 minutes.
Get the recipe: Easy Beef and Broccoli
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Make-Ahead Roasted Potatoes
These crispy roasted potatoes can be parboiled and stored in your fridge, cooler, or freezer until you're ready to roast them. The soft, creamy centres and crispy edges will make them a favorite all year round.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Roasted Potatoes
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Recipe and photo credit: Get Inspired Everyday!
Best Homemade Granola
Easy to make and much cheaper than store bought, this homemade granola is way tastier. It’s a healthy breakfast or snack, gluten free & vegan.
Get the recipe: Homemade Granola
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Overnight Marinated Vegetable Salad
This easy marinated salad is a colorful combination of crunchy raw vegetables tossed in a simple vinaigrette dressing. Healthy never tasted so good.
Get the recipe: Overnight Marinated Vegetable Salad
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Recipe and photo credit: Fresh Off the Grid
Instant Pot Chili
Spice up dinner with this Instant Pot Chili recipe! This easy meal is perfect to make ahead for busy weeknights or camping trips.
Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chili
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Make-Ahead Camping Burritos
These cheesy meat, bean, and rice burritos are the ideal make-ahead camping meal. They're easy to prepare and quick to reheat at camp.
Get the recipe: Make-Ahead Camping Burritos
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Recipe and photo credit: Camping for Foodies
Pesto Tortellini Bake
If you’re looking for an easy peasy meal with tons of flavor, try this pesto tortellini bake freezer meal. Camping make-ahead, dump & cook.
Get the recipe: Pesto Tortellini Bake
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Recipe and photo credit: On My Kid's Plate
Pancake Mix Muffins
These pancake mix muffins make the best quick breakfast. Make strawberry, banana chocolate chip and blueberry pancake muffins in one pan!
Get the recipe: Pancake Mix Muffins
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