These Veggie Stuffed Picnic Rolls Are Perfect for Back to School Lunches

Becca Heyes
Aug 13, 2016

Hands up — who else struggles with packed lunches? My husband takes lunch to work every day, and he usually takes the same two or three things on rotation — it gets so boring! If you’re stuck for ideas, give these stuffed picnic rolls a whirl. They’re a more interesting version of a regular sandwich, with the fillings stuffed into hollowed-out bread rolls to form colorful layers. They’re easy to make, and you can change them up each day with different fillings to keep things interesting. Perfect for lunch boxes and picnics!

Ingredients:

Makes three*
— 3 crusty bread rolls

— sliced mature cheddar cheese

— sun-dried tomatoes

— black olives

— baby spinach

— sliced cucumber

*The exact quantities will depend on exactly how big your bread rolls are.

Instructions:

1. Cut the tops off the bread rolls and hollow them out by gently pulling away the bread from the crust.

2. Add a layer of cheese to the bottom of each roll, pressing it right into the corners.

3. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and black olives — you can roughly chop them if you need to. Again, press each ingredient right down into the roll.

4. Add the baby spinach and a few thin slices of cucumber. If you can, tuck the vegetables under the lip of the bread roll to help keep everything in place.

5. Finish with a second layer of cheese, replace the bread lids and press the roll together firmly.

Cut the tops off the bread rolls, and hollow them out by gently pulling away the bread from the crust. You won’t need this bread, but don’t throw it away — it can be dipped in soup, used to make breadcrumbs, baked on top of a casserole or any number of other things.

Add a layer of cheese to the bottom of each roll, pressing it right into the corners. This helps to act as a barrier between the bread and any slightly wet ingredients and prevents soggy bread!

Add the sun-dried tomatoes and black olives; you can roughly chop them if you need to. Again, press each ingredient right down into the roll.

Add the baby spinach and a few thin slices of cucumber. If you can, tuck the vegetables under the lip of the bread roll to help keep everything in place.

Finish with a second layer of cheese, replace the bread lids and press the roll together firmly. You may need to remove a little bread from the inside of the lid as well.

And there are your stuffed picnic rolls! These can be prepared the night before if needed, and stored in the fridge ready to be popped in a lunchbox the next morning. They’re a brilliant version of a sandwich, with that lovely crustiness on all sides (which also helps to keep the filling in place, making for a mess-free lunch!).

If you don’t like the look of the fillings I chose, feel free to mix things up with your own choices. A smear of pesto or hummus would work really well! You could even try adding some cooked veggies like sautéed mushrooms, for example, as long as you make sure everything is completely cooked (and completely cooled) before assembly.

What would you stuff in your picnic rolls? Share your ideas with us on Twitter @BritandCo!

The 'Yellowjackets' Season 3 Trailer Just Dropped & February 14 Can't Come Fast Enough

The Yellowjackets season 3season 3 trailer is officially out, and I honestly can't believe what I just watched. This show honestly gets wilder and wilder with every episode, and each second of the trailer proves that even more. From the girls giving themselves over to the woods to their adult counterparts further unraveling this insane mystery to...Hilary Swank?! Needless to say, there's a lot to unpack here. Let's get into it!

Watch the Yellowjacketsseason 3 trailer here!

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There's seriously so much going on in this trailer, so here's every unhinged, unfiltered thought I had while watching it.
  • "Bodies" is an interesting way to start the trailer...really, any trailer!!!!
  • "They hunted their friends" — okay, so not only do more people die in the wilderness, but more people are literally HUNTED for meals.
  • Poor Coach Scott...are they gonna hunt HIM?!
  • It seems like we're dealing with the girls v. Natalie situation.
  • Who would want the girls dead, if not someone who was out there in the wilderness with them and knew their secrets?
  • Misty is clearly going fully Misty this season.
  • "The only people that know about this are either us, or dead," furthers my thought that there's someone out there from the wilderness they forgot about, missed, etc.
  • "The only way to be safe is to be the only one left."
  • Jackie sighting!!!! Is it Ghost Jackie, or a flashback?
  • Lots and lots and lots of fighting this season...
  • No, seriously, who is Hilary Swank?!
  • Adult Taissa and Van kiss! Yay!
  • I wonder if this is a Lost"we have to go back" kind of situation...
  • "Secrets will be spilled," okay but can you spill them now?!
It's been almost two years since the second season of Yellowjackets came out, so needless to say I need these episodes to drop ASAP!
You can watch Yellowjackets season 3 starting February 14, 2025. Happy Valentine's Day?

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4 "Outdated" Nail Trends To Ditch In 2025 (And What To Wear Instead)

We've covered a lot of cute nail ideas, but we've finally narrowed down the 'outdated' trends artists and nail techs are seeing less of. It's not that 3D art isn't cute anymore, but Maria Jones, a nail artist on the platform CoverClap, says she's got a feeling "neutral and minimalist nail styles will always have a place in the world of beauty." And if I'm being honest, it seems that's what people are more interested in when it comes to their nails right now.

Jones adds, "Simple nude tones, soft pinks, and sheer polishes are staples because they're universally flattering and appropriate for any occasion." For a pop of color, "classic red nails" are another "timeless trend" that makes them "a go-to choice for many, regardless of the season or year."

Knowing this, we asked Jones — and consulted this GlossGenius trend report — which trends are on the outs as well as what you can wear instead!

Scroll to learn about which outdated nail trends it's time to give up for 2025!

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1. Duck Nails

Considered one of the more gaudier nail trends on our list, duck nails are officially OUT. GlossGenius reports that this style and "chunky highlights are falling out of favor according to professionals." The reason for this is that they're seeing more "clients lean towards sleek, minimalist styles."

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2. 3D Embellishments

Another trend GlossGenius considers 'outdated' is excessive nail art. Jones agrees, saying, "I think we'll see less of the really textured nail arts-like excessive 3D embellishments that have been really dominating the scenes in recent years." As cute as they are, more people are looking towards wearing nails.

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3. Ultra-Long Nails

Jones says, "Another thing which is leaving is ultra-long and stiletto-shaped nails." However, this doesn't give you the license to ask about women's bathroom habits if you spot them wearing this style (major side eye to Dax Shepard's interview with Cynthia Erivo).

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4. French Tip Design

This nail trend is controversial because it's technically 'outdated'. But, it's been revamped so many times that it's not fair to tell you not to wear it anymore. According to GlossGenius, they're "seeing a major comeback, with demand increasing by 87% over the past year." Based on their findings, "updated takes like colored or ombré tips are especially popular."

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4. Jelly Nails

Unfortunately, we haven't seen as many people wearing the once popular 'jelly nails' that were everywhere. I personally think the concept was cute for a while, but phased out after summer. For all we know, they could make a brief comeback but not long enough to make a year-long impact.

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Nail Trends To Try In 2025

1. 'Structured Gel Overlay'

GlossUp has seen a 214% increase in clients asking for services like Gel-X. Unlike regular nail polish, this process involves a UV lamp that 'cures' the color you've selected. It's also meant to last longer than a regular manicure.

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2. Dip Powder

Remember when people learned how to do their nails during the early days of the pandemic? Well, the nail trend of using dip powder is here to stay! Instead of being applied to false nails, acrylic powder is placed over your natural nails. This is yet another way to make your manicure last longer instead of solely relying on nail polish.

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3. Almond Nails

Instead of seeing super long stiletto nails, Jones says these "dramatic lengths are being replaced with more functional shapes like almond or short square nails." She calls them "stylish yet manageable" which I personally agree with as a busy mom.

If you need more outdated hot takes, here are 8 makeup trends to steer clear of this year.

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