5 Meal Planning Tips for Your Glamping Trip

Glamping is a great way to bond with family and friends, and one of the best parts of camping is the food! But with limited space and resources, it can be a bit of a challenge to plan and prepare meals for a camping trip.

Here are 5 tips for meal planning for your glamping trip + suggested meals:

1. Plan ahead: Before you go camping, make a list of the meals you want to make for each day, and the ingredients you’ll need. This will help you make sure you have everything you need and minimize waste.
2. Keep it simple: When camping, it’s best to stick to simple, easy-to-prepare meals. Avoid meals that require a lot of ingredients or complicated cooking methods. Instead, opt for meals that can be prepared in one pot or on a grill, like stews, soups, and skewers.
3. Pack non-perishable foods: Bring along non-perishable foods like granola bars, crackers, nuts, and dried fruits. These foods are easy to pack, don’t require refrigeration, and will give you a quick and easy meal or snack option.
4. Purchase fresh produce: Buy fresh produce like fruits and vegetables for salads, sandwiches, and snacks. Fresh produce can be a great way to add a touch of color, flavor, and nutrition to your meals. Keep in mind, that you might need to plan for extra ice and ice packs to keep things fresh.
5. Plan for leftovers: Make sure to make enough food to have leftovers for lunch the next day. This is a great way to save time and reduce waste. And it will be a great way for you to have a quick and easy meal option on your next day of adventure.

Meals Ideas

Breakfast: 

Scrambled eggs, bacon, and toasts
Oatmeal with fruit
Yogurt Parfait

Lunch:

Option 1

Grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup

Option 2
Wraps with your favorite filling

Option 3

Sandwiches with your choice of fillings, like turkey, cheese, and avocado

Dinner:

Option 1

Grilled burgers, corn on the cob and macaroni salad
One-pot  Pasta

Option 2

Foil packet dinner (chicken, veggies, and potatoes)
Quinoa or couscous salad with diced vegetables and your favorite dressing

Option 3

Chili with cornbread
Foil-wrapped potatoes with butter and herbs
Paella

Desserts:

S’mores
Fruit skewers
Grilled peaches or pineapples

Of course the easy option is to bring hot dogs and burgers, but we wanted to present variety. You could also consider bringing some Instant noodles or pre-packaged meals like instant oatmeal, ramen noodles, or Mac and Cheese, it’s a great option for an easy, fast meal with minimal cleanup. Each tent at Glampful comes equipped with a propane barbeque grill for you to cook your meals.

It’s important to keep in mind that you should consider any dietary restrictions or allergies that your family members may have when planning your meals.

Also, make sure to bring enough water and other beverages for everyone and have a plan for keeping them cool. With a little bit of planning, you can make sure that your friends and family have delicious and nutritious meals while glamping, and you can all focus on enjoying the great outdoors!