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Whether you’re hitting up a park, the beach, or your own backyard, having a stash of handheld, outdoor-friendly treats may be on your agenda. With food allergies, of course that’s not necessarily as simple as tucking a granola bar or trail mix in a bag before you slather on the sunblock and head outside. 

Holidays and food traditions tend to go hand in hand. For food allergy families, the social and religious traditions around meals and treats can transform those observances into a minefield of risk.

Before you head outside to feel the sun warm your face, we need to talk about your family’s food allergies. Common food allergens are present in some of the very common non-food products we’ll be reaching for as we head outdoors. 

If you’re itching to visit a local market for fresh produce (or plant your own garden), you may also be craving some recipes to use your delectable finds in. These 6 recipes will get your kitchen humming in the right direction.