Sustainable Campfire Feasts: Eco-Friendly Recipes for a Thanksgiving Outdoors

Step-by-Step Recipes

1. Campfire Pumpkin Soup

Warm and comforting, this soup uses locally-sourced pumpkin and filtered water.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pumpkin puree (freshly roasted or canned, if that’s easier)

• 2 cups water

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp nutmeg

• Salt and pepper to taste

  
  

Instructions:

1. Heat a pot over the campfire and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

2. Add pumpkin puree, water, coconut milk, and spices. Stir well.

3. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Serve warm.

   
   

2. Grilled Veggie and Lentil Wraps

A hearty plant-based main using local produce.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked lentils

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 bell pepper, sliced

• 1 red onion, sliced

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Whole-grain tortillas

  
  

Instructions:

1. Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Grill veggies on a campfire grate until tender.

3. Fill tortillas with lentils and grilled veggies. Wrap and serve.

   
   

3. Roasted Seasonal Vegetables

Simple, sustainable, and perfect for a Thanksgiving feast.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cubed butternut squash

• 2 medium carrots, sliced

• 1 small sweet potato, cubed

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Fresh rosemary and thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste

  
  

Instructions:

1. Toss vegetables with olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper.

2. Place in a foil packet and seal tightly.

3. Cook on hot campfire coals for 30 minutes, flipping halfway.

   
   

4. Campfire Apple Crisp

A sweet treat using local apples.

Ingredients:

• 3 medium apples, sliced

• 2 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ cup rolled oats

• ¼ cup almond flour

• 2 tbsp coconut oil

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Instructions:

1. Place apples, maple syrup, and cinnamon in a cast iron skillet.

2. Mix oats, almond flour, and coconut oil into a crumbly topping. Spread over apples.

3. Cover with foil and place over campfire coals. Cook for 15–20 minutes until bubbly.

   
   

5. Spiced Herbal Tea

A soothing beverage made with filtered water.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water

• 2 cinnamon sticks

• 2 slices fresh ginger

• 1 tsp dried chamomile or mint (optional)

  
  

Instructions:

1. Heat filtered water in a kettle or pot over the campfire.

2. Add cinnamon, ginger, and herbs. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.

3. Strain and serve in reusable mugs.

Sustainable Cooking Tips

Use filtered water: Collect natural water sources with your Survivor Filter and filter them for safe cooking.

Opt for local ingredients: Support nearby farmers for seasonal produce like squash, apples, and pumpkins.

Minimal waste: Use reusable utensils, plates, and cookware. Compost vegetable scraps when possible.

Efficient cooking: Pre-chop ingredients at home to save time and minimize the need for cleaning outdoors.

Your outdoor campfire feast can be a beautiful blend of tradition and sustainability, creating memories as rich as the flavors of the meal. With these eco-friendly recipes, you can enjoy this special day that not only satisfies your taste buds but also shows gratitude to the environment.

Embrace the spirit of gratitude by celebrating Thanksgiving in harmony with nature, creating a meal that nourishes both body and soul.