Road Trip Snacks That Will Fill You Up When You’re Running on Empty
You have a full tank of gas and your favorite drink beside you. Your playlist is playing all your favorite songs and it’s long enough to last the next few hours. The forecast calls for nothing but blue skies and open roads — and then your stomach starts to rumble.
Your car may have a full tank of gas, but you won’t get far if your body is running on empty. You want something to eat, but you don’t want it to leave you feeling bloated and tired, especially when you’ve still got plenty of driving to do.
Fortunately, there are plenty of healthy road trip snacks out there that will keep you full and satisfied on those long drives. Check out some of our favorite snacks to take with you on your next road trip.
Salty Treats
Nuts are delicious and easy to handle, making them a great way to feed your cravings without the bloat and grogginess that greasy chips can give you. Craving new flavors? Nuts are still a great option — your options range from from almonds to brazil nuts; roasted to raw; seasoned to plain.
Try adding different types of nuts together with dried fruit to create a trail mix that packs a kaleidoscope of flavors in each handful. Portion them into snack bags in advance and add these easy road trip snacks to your list of options.
Why not try to make your road trip movie-perfect with some popcorn? You don’t have to be in a theater to enjoy this road trip snack, and you can have it in a variety of flavors ranging from sweet to salty to a little bit of both.
Road Trip Snacks
Cheese comes in a variety of flavors and forms. From cheddar to gouda, Havarti to mozzarella, you can enjoy your cheese in small rounds, blocks, or peelable strings. Pair it with a baggie of sliced apples (prepared or bought) to curb sugar cravings and add some healthy carbs.
Vegan pork rinds are a great plant-based alternative to traditional snacks. Though not very well known, these plant-based road trip snacks are high in nutrition with 25 g of protein per bag and come in several flavors like Hella Hot, Texas BBQ, and Nacho Cheese, making them a hassle-free, guilt-free, gluten-free, and perfectly munchable companion for your travels.
Veggies & Fruit
Pre-cut vegetables and fruit are great road trip snacks that are easy to prepare and delicious to eat. Carrots, celery, snap peas, and cucumbers are all great snacks to add to your long drive. Pair them with some greek yogurt, tzatziki, or hummus for some extra protein and flavor.
Grapes, berries, apples, and oranges are great road trip snacks when you want something a little sweeter, and they’re easy to wash in advance and store in a tupperware or snack bag. You can add peanut butter for extra protein and some extra sweetness, too.
Mix It Up
Never underestimate the power of a well-made smoothie. By combining several of your favorite healthy snacks together, you can create a meal in and of itself that will keep you satisfied without ever having to take your eyes off the road.
Combine all your favorite vegetables and fruits with yogurt or plant-based milk for a road trip snack that will keep you feeling full. Add protein powder or your favorite supplements for an added health boost.
Smoothies allow you to have a fully balanced meal, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, all without having to pull over at the next gas station.
Spend Less & Smile More
Just because you’re on the road doesn’t mean you need to go hungry or spend extra money on gas station snacks that will just leave you tired and unsatisfied. Long hours on the road can be enjoyable with road trip snacks that are healthy, delicious, and nutritious — all you need is a little planning and the right snacks to keep you going.
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