Contrary to the popular belief that healthy snacks are unappetizing or dull, a few healthy snacks turn out to be lip-smacking delicious. One snack that works best as a light meal would be hummus with carrots and Greek yogurt topped with fruit and granola. Easy to make and filled with nutrients, this snack is perfect to be carried when you are travelling!
If you think cooking is too much of a mundane task for you, you can just grab a few ingredients and throw in a light meal or snack and be on the go! So, if you are someone who loves to travel and wants to take along some healthy, easy and delicious snacks with you, here is a compilation that will help you –
Granola Bars
Made with dry fruits, nuts, oats, honey and butter, granola bars make great snacks for travel. Easy to carry and delicious, you can play around the recipe, experiment with versions of different cereals and nuts. Make a huge batch of this snack and store in insulated jars, so you are sorted for both the travel and a whole next week.
Chicken and Cheese sandwich and whole-wheat bread
Add a twist to your regular, tedious sandwich. And this wouldn’t even take too much of your time. Just roast your cooked chicken and tuck it inside bread slices along with some low-fat cheese and lettuces. An insulated lunch box will help in keeping the sandwich warm or cold just the way you feel like having it.
Roasted Makhanas
Crunchy, healthy and light, makhanas are perfect for road trips. Dry roast them with the seasoning you prefer and you are good for a long drive on the road. Ghee roast them for kids to bring in a rich flavor and see how pleased they are!
Grilled chicken in a whole-grain wrap
If you have whole-grain wraps, this dish can be rustled up in minutes! Grill the chicken seasoning it as per your taste. Stuff the chicken in tortillas/wraps made with whole wheat and don’t forget to add your favorite veggies. Avocados, onions, tomatoes, all work exceptionally well with grilled chicken. This wrap works well as a snack and can be both light and super satisfying at the same time.
Whole fruits and Cut Vegetables
Whole fruits and vegetables are the best choice for a quick grab. Bananas, apples and grapes all make for nutritious snacks, easy to have on the go as well. Raw veggies like strips of carrots, bell peppers, and florets of broccoli all work as snacks. Crunchy and loaded with fiber and nutrients, the vegetables make a great on-the-go snack! Carry a dip or hummus in an insulated storage containers so it will be as fresh as newly made, and work great with vegetables.
Greek Yoghurt
Yogurt can be a filling snack plus it’s full of protein. Very low in sugar and easily made in different flavors, this is one healthy snack that can be had without any guilt. Additionally, kids love it when you add chunks of fruits in them.
It is important to take care of yourself while you are on the go or travelling. Carrying some healthy snacks works well for people who are incessantly thinking about food in between their meal times. Choose an insulated food jar or container that will keep your snacks fresh and sealed. Shop online for Vaya Preserve food storage jars, the smart on-the-go food carriers that perfectly double up as stackable storage jars when you need them!
