26 Easy Camping Meals to Pack for Your Next Getaway
Article posted in: NutrisystemSpending time outside in nature is good for your health in so many ways. You’re active while having fun, getting plenty of fresh air and you can forget about your everyday worries. That’s why more people than ever are getting their RVs, campers, tents and sleeping bags ready for camping vacations. While you’re packing for your getaway, make sure to take along delicious and easy camping meals that satisfy the hearty appetite you work up outdoors!
These camping meals have to be quick and easy to prepare. But with limited freezer or cooler space, it can be hard to plan out your camping trip menu.
Good news: you can find 26 great camping meals on the Nutrisystem menu that are just right for camping trips! Whether you’re tenting out or “glamping” in your RV, we’ve got some smart and satisfying meals that you need to pack: Think grab-and-go goodies, shelf-stable entrees and tasty meals that are perfect for a portable camping stove or griddle.
Heading out for a hike? Take along one of these grab-and-go options:
1. Cinnamon Brown Sugar Oat Square >
Breakfast is ready whenever and wherever you are if you have the Cinnamon Brown Sugar Oat Square. The real cinnamon and brown sugar wake up your taste buds and the oat cake is always moist and chewy. Click here to stock up! >
2. Strawberry Yogurt Flavored Bar >
Grab a Strawberry Yogurt Flavored Bar and you won’t have to spend time planning and preparing lunch on the go. “When I look at a granola bar, I do NOT think lunch, as they usually *aren’t* very filling. This bar . . . is surprisingly filling to me. Would highly recommend!” says a Nutrisystem customer who refers to themselves as “Strawberry Lover,” adding “This is a unique bar, have not seen anything like it at grocery store.” Click here to stock up! >
3. Double Chocolate Muffin >
Can you start your busy day with a chocolaty muffin and stay on track to your weight loss goal? Yes, you can with this ready-to-eat breakfast treat that’s loaded with fiber to keep you full for hours after you’ve finished. Click here to stock up! >
4. Chocolaty Fudge Graham Bar >
You don’t have to light a fire to enjoy the ultimate camping trip snack, s’mores, because this bar comes with plenty of rich chocolate and the sweet taste of graham crackers. And the 14 grams of protein will keep you going strong wherever the trail leads. Click here to stock up! >
5. Peanut Butter Oat Bar >
You get the satisfying crunch of peanuts, granola and crisps coated in creamy peanut butter in every bite of this chewy bar. Plus, the six grams of protein will fuel you up for a fun-filled day. Click here to stock up! >
6. Chocolate and Hazelnut Flavored Granola >
Breakfast at the campsite needs to be simple and fast, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring. Kick off the morning with a bowlful of crunchy whole grain oats and the delightfully sweet flavors of real cocoa, chocolate and hazelnuts. Click here to stock up! >
7. Superfood Smoothie Mix >
Just add water and ice and you’re ready to hit the trail with a breakfast you can sip as you go. You’ll love the sweet strawberry flavor and never notice you’re getting a healthy serving of broccoli and spinach at the same time. Click here to stock up! >
8. Harvest Nut Oat Bar >
Trail mix is a staple for campers because it packs a lot of nutrition and flavor, but it’s light and easy to munch wherever you are. Harvest Nut Oat Bars have all the best ingredients in trail mix, including almonds, peanuts, raisins and cranberries, but it’s even more convenient to carry and eat. Click here to stock up! >
9. Classic Tuna Salad >
If you want a lunch that powers you up but doesn’t weigh you down, take out the ready-to-eat Classic Tuna Salad. The protein-rich chunks of tuna are mixed with mayonnaise, onion, pickles and spices, plus water chestnuts to give it a bit of crunch. You can enjoy it on a whole grain roll or with crackers. Click here to stock up! >
10. Chewy Trail Mix Bar >
Hit the trails at the campground with a tasty trail mix bar! Featuring the perfect balance of chocolate, nuts and fruit, this hearty bar is a great lunch when you’re out in the wilderness without access to a microwave or stove. Cashews, almonds, peanuts, raisins and crispies come together with a thin layer of creamy milk chocolate. Click here to stock up! >
Got a camping stove or electric griddle? Whip up one of these tasty camping meal ideas:
11. High Protein Pancake Mix >
Perfectly portioned and ready for your camping stove or electric griddle, this smart and satisfying pancake mix is packed with protein to fill you up and fuel your day. Just add water and cook up this easy camping breakfast idea. Click here to stock up! >
12. Red Pepper Chicken And Pasta Sauté >
This protein-packed Nutrisystem dinner serves up an extra PowerFuel and Vegetable serving, helping to cut down on the groceries you lug along with you on your camping trip. It’s a simple skillet meal that you can easily cook up in a pan on your portable camping stove. Plus, it’s ready to enjoy in less than 10 minutes. Click here to stock up! >
13. Merlot Beef With Root Vegetables >
Stock up on this hearty, homestyle meal that’s filled with thick-cut beef, rustic root vegetables and rosemary potatoes. Trust us; it’s not your ordinary meat and potatoes dish. We pack in major flavor by simmering it in a rich red wine reduction. Click here to stock up! >
14. Lemon Caper Chicken >
Did you know that you can easily make a classic Italian-style meal while you’re camping? Our Lemon Caper Chicken skillet dinner combines pappardelle pasta with strips of grilled chicken breast, mushrooms and green peas in a delicious lemon sauce. It’s fancy made easy… perfect if you’re into “glamping!” Click here to stock up! >
15. Chicken Pot Sticker Stir-Fry >
Get in your veggie servings while your camping with a sizzling stir-fry! This colorful chicken pot sticker dinner makes it easy while spicing up your camping menu with the flavor of sweet chili ginger sauce. Click here to stock up! >
“Glamping” in your RV? Take along some of these microwaveable camping meals that don’t take up freezer room!:
16. BBQ Seasoned Chicken >
The sweet and tangy flavors of barbecue seem just right for eating outdoors. With our BBQ Seasoned Chicken, you can whip up a filling wrap or sandwich in minutes that has all the flavor of a slow-cooked meal. Click here to stock up! >
17. Beef ‘N Beans >
Every spoonful from a bowl of this classic dish is loaded with bites of natural-cut beef and hearty beans in a zesty sauce made with tomatoes, onions and peppers. The 19 grams of protein are sure to refill your tank after a day of hiking, biking, canoeing or other outdoor fun. Click here to stock up! >
18. Cheesy Chicken Casserole >
If you’re a fan of casseroles, this dish has everything you love about them. You get lots of chicken, carrots, peas and both brown and wild rice, plus a creamy sauce made with real Parmesan cheese. Click here to stock up! >
19. Hearty Beef Stew >
When you sit down after an active day, you want a meal that fills you up, warms your belly and restores your energy. That’s just what you get with this traditional-style stew, which is loaded with beef, potatoes and carrots in a tangy broth. Click here to stock up! >
20. Chili with Beans >
If you bring out a bowl of this fragrant dish brimming with beef and beans, you are sure to attract the interest of other campers looking for a taste of classic chili. Feel free to order extras to share—no need to explain that you didn’t spend hours making it yourself. Click here to stock up! >
21. Mac and Cheese with Turkey Sausage >
What could make Mac and Cheese even better? We added plenty of low-fat, high-flavor turkey sausage to the combo of tender noodles and cheesy sauce. Click here to stock up! >
22. Chicken Edamame Power Bowl >
This dish gives you everything you need in one bowl to keep you going after an active day in nature. Along with flame-broiled white meat chicken, you get protein-rich edamame (or soybeans) and lentils, bell peppers and whole-grain rice, all flavored with teriyaki-style sauce. Click here to stock up! >
23. Homestyle Chicken >
No matter how far away you are from the kitchen, you can enjoy camping meals that taste just like they came off your stove. Homestyle Chicken fills you up with chunks of tender white meat chicken, egg noodles, carrots and celery—just like you’d make it if you had the time. Click here to stock up! >
24. Creamy Cauliflower and Chicken >
Comfort foods like this just seem to revive your energy and spirits when you’ve been going strong all day. You get chunks of white meat chicken and tender cauliflower bathed in a creamy cheese sauce for only 230 calories. Click here to stock up! >
25. Red Beans and Rice with Quinoa >
When you’ve spent a long day outdoors working up a big appetite, you need hearty camping meals like this. With spicy Andouille chicken sausage and plenty of peppers and onions, it will perk up your taste buds, too. Click here to stock up! >
26. White Bean and Chicken Chili >
Chili has always been a campground favorite because it is so flavorful and filling. This version is made with plenty of white meat chicken and hearty beans with creamy cheddar cheese and a zesty sauce. Click here to stock up! >
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