Good evening *it's evening where I live, no idea about your place* Anyway, hope you all had a nice weekend!
Tonight, I feel like talking about roadtrips ♥ I doubt any one isn't an advocate of roadtrips! Being on a vacation, I am always planning trips to places in my country I have never been to or it has been a while since I visited.
I am obsessed about looking every detail; snacks for the car, sites to pass by, restaurants to visit, souvenirs shops... Since I am health fanatic, preparing snacks for the time spent in car seems challenging! Chips, chocolate, candy, juice all seem too "fatty" or "sugary". As a result, I decided to dwell upon recipes for fast-to-fix and boosting, yet, delicious and healthy snacks.
I'd like to start with a must-pack snacks which are essential not only for trips but also for a working or university day. Two words: Almonds and walnuts! Of course, peanuts and cashews follow as long as they are raw. At the eve of my trip or working day, I soak half a cup of walnuts and almonds combined. The next day, I dry them, put in a small Tupperware, throw in my handbag, and i am ready to go! I must say, however, not to excessively eat such snacks because they contain considerable amount of fats (healthy ones); 15 pieces would be alright :) Sometimes, I feel like adding raisins, pumpkin seeds, and dried fruit.
Tonight, I feel like talking about roadtrips ♥ I doubt any one isn't an advocate of roadtrips! Being on a vacation, I am always planning trips to places in my country I have never been to or it has been a while since I visited.
I am obsessed about looking every detail; snacks for the car, sites to pass by, restaurants to visit, souvenirs shops... Since I am health fanatic, preparing snacks for the time spent in car seems challenging! Chips, chocolate, candy, juice all seem too "fatty" or "sugary". As a result, I decided to dwell upon recipes for fast-to-fix and boosting, yet, delicious and healthy snacks.
I'd like to start with a must-pack snacks which are essential not only for trips but also for a working or university day. Two words: Almonds and walnuts! Of course, peanuts and cashews follow as long as they are raw. At the eve of my trip or working day, I soak half a cup of walnuts and almonds combined. The next day, I dry them, put in a small Tupperware, throw in my handbag, and i am ready to go! I must say, however, not to excessively eat such snacks because they contain considerable amount of fats (healthy ones); 15 pieces would be alright :) Sometimes, I feel like adding raisins, pumpkin seeds, and dried fruit.
Fruit and veggies! Yeah, apples and carrots as well as cabbage strips and cucumbers are weird but really adequate snack ideas for trips. You know, in my opinion, roadtrip food is anything that keeps the teeth crushing 
What I'm very excited about finding, is a recipe which takes fruit snacks to another level! Apple slices soaked in lime and orange juice... They are YUMMY and so refreshing especially on a hot summer day. Here is the source of the recipe:
What I'm very excited about finding, is a recipe which takes fruit snacks to another level! Apple slices soaked in lime and orange juice... They are YUMMY and so refreshing especially on a hot summer day. Here is the source of the recipe:
Crackers and cereal bars are trip-saving! Soja and rice crackers may substitute the classic ones for gluten-free seekers. Moreover, cereal, oat and granola bars are rich in energy and nutrients. Here is a homemade recipe for such bars:
If the trip is long, many spreads may be packaged. For example, hummus, roasted eggplant, bean and oat spreads are some delicious spreads ideas. They can be prepared in the form of dessert or appetizers. What is exciting is that the mentioned ingredients are low in fats, gluten and even carbohydrates and packed with proteins and nutrients instead! Below are some recipe links I like to pack and inspire from:
- Hummus Variations:
Source: Serious Eats http://www.seriouseats.com/2013/01/hummus-recipes-toppings-snacks-dips-slideshow.html#show-301461
- Snickerdoodle Spread made of beans or hummus:
Source: Chocolate Covered Katie http://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/2011/05/25/snickerdoodle-dip/
- Spreads or Truffles variations:
Source: The Healthy Chef http://www.thehealthychef.com/2013/02/chocolate-truffles/
My last suggestion is the best of all! First, mix with your trip ingredients people you like to accompany *not grumpy ones*. Then, pack a spirit full of energy and enthusiasm. Finally, grab a camera to preserve all your smiles and laughs!
Have a wonderful roadtrip 
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