Healthy Road Trip Recipes to Keep You Energized
Now that you’re equipped with the tips, it’s time to make some food. These are some of our favourite healthy recipes and road trip snacks we made on our last RV trip.
Smoothie Bowl Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen fruits (your choice)
- 1 scoop protein powder (your preferred flavour)
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/2 banana
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup oats
- 2 tbsp granola
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
Instructions:
- Prepare the Base: In a blender, combine the frozen fruits, protein powder, and almond milk. Blend until smooth and thick. If the mixture is too thick, add a little more almond milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Pour the Base: Pour the smoothie mixture into a bowl.
- Add Toppings: Slice the banana and arrange it on top of the smoothie bowl. Add the blueberries, oats, granola, and pumpkin seeds as toppings.
- Serve: Enjoy your smoothie bowl with a spoon. This is a fantastic option for a healthy snack food for road trips.
Smoothie Shake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen fruits (your choice)
- 1 scoop protein powder (your preferred flavor)
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 banana
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup oats
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
Instructions:
- Prepare the Shake: In a blender, combine the frozen fruits, protein powder, almond milk, banana, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, and oats.
- Blend: Blend everything together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If you prefer a thinner consistency, add a little more almond milk and blend again.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie shake into a glass and enjoy! It’s a refreshing and nutritious choice for car trip snacks.
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 chicken broth cube
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 cup cucumbers, diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1 bouquet fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fire-roasted pepper pesto
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Instructions:
- Cook the Quinoa: Prepare the quinoa according to the package instructions, and add the chicken broth cube in the water for extra flavor.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the cucumbers and tomatoes, chop the dill, and halve the Kalamata olives.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the quinoa, cucumbers, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and dill. Mix gently to combine.
- Add Dressing and Cheese: Stir in the fire-roasted pepper pesto to coat the salad evenly. Then, add the crumbled feta cheese and mix again gently.
- Garnish: Top the salad with sliced almonds for a nice crunch.
- Serve: Enjoy the quinoa salad as a light meal or a side dish. It’s a versatile recipe that makes for excellent road trip food and a healthy option for travel snacks.
With these tips and recipes, you’re all set to hit the road without sacrificing your healthy habits. Keep these ideas in mind, and staying active and eating well will be a breeze on your next RV trip. Happy travels and enjoy the snacks!
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