10 Healthy Beach Snacks That Travel Well Plus 5 to Avoid at All Costs!
When made this way, popcorn is a low-calorie snack that’s packed with tons of fiber. These apple energy balls will send a jolt of natural sweetness to your tastebuds with the help of fiber-rich apples and gooey Medjool dates. Add a dash of cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and walnuts for crunch and healthy fat, and you’ve got the perfect to-go snack. I’ve never thought of freezing grapes beforehand, but that’s genius for the beach!
Rich in fiber, protein (½ cup has the same amount of protein as 2 eggs) and energy-boosting carbs, this tiny green legume is great for noshing in and out of the sun. Pack frozen edamame in your beach bag and they will be ready to go come snack time. Instead of munching on a bag of chips dive into a delicious handful of homemade trail mix. This healthier option is loaded with sweet and salty flavors and is certainly addictive. This snack mix is proof—yet, again—that the magical mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried onion, dried garlic, and salt knows no bounds.
Keep that in mind the next time you’re packing up for a (safe, socially distant!) day at the beach. And remember that even when you have a cooler, some beach food holds up better than others. Of course you can always pack the basics, like crackers, chips, nuts, and dried fruit, but it’s always good to have something a little more substantial.
If you want a more nutritious alternative to processed salty snacks for your beach day, look no further than this superfood chip. These wraps are full of creamy hummus, juicy cucumber, rich avocado, and crunchy sprouts. If you’re spending all day at the beach, you’ll need a light lunch that won’t weigh you down. Loaded with oats, pumpkin seeds, and nuts, they’re Lunch at the beach full of energy-boosting foods so you can run around the beach all day long.
Softy, chewy, and warmly spiced, they’re everything an oatmeal cookie should be. Filled with hearty veggies and a vibrant carrot-ginger dressing, this energizing salad could pass as a main or side dish. Watermelon and tamari might be an unexpected combination, but they make this salad sweet, savory, and exciting to eat. Made from frozen yogurt and strawberries, you’ll need a cooler to keep them from going melty.
If you like to have more of a variety, get different flavored hummus packs so you can just grab and go. You'll have to leave the beach for this, though. Here's another quick and easy lunch idea that can be eaten while still sitting on the beach.