✈️TRAVEL-FRIENDLY PROTEIN SNACKS✈️
I just got back from a super fun beach vacation. And one thing that’s always on my packing checklist: EASY PROTEIN-PACKED SNACKS.
Sure there are a bunch of snacks I can “make” to travel with, but the reality is… it’s so much easier to just buy a few things, shove them in my travel bag, and go. So, I’m sharing the 3 EASY TRAVEL-FRIENDLY PROTEIN SNACKS that I’m loving right now.
NOTE: I am a big fan of what I call “MEAL MINDSET” which prioritizes sitting down & eating MEALS instead of snacking through mealtime. But travel can be erratic and you just don’t always know when you are gonna need a snack! Especially when you’re on the plane being offered chips & cookies. 🍪
3 TRAVEL-FRIENDLY PROTEIN SNACKS
1. ROASTED EDAMAME
I buy edamame already roasted & just pop the package in my bag. They are crunchy and loaded with plant-protein.
Protein Stats: 1/3 of a cup has 14g of protein (which is more than in 2 eggs!) and 5g of fiber which is also important while traveling.
Pro-Tip: Open the edamame bag and DIY your own edamame trail mix by adding in some dark chocolate chips, raisins, shredded coconut, or freeze-dried berries.
2. NO-SUGAR JERKY
There are lots of different types of beef jerky, but the key is to get a version with no added sugar.
Protein Stats: 1 ounce of jerky has about 12g of protein.
Pro-Tip: You may want to choose “grass-fed” beef jerky because it potentially has better-for-you fats than traditional grain-fed beef. You can also choose jerky made from venison, salmon, chicken, or turkey.
3. CHEESE CRISPS
This is simply grated cheese that’s been baked to be crunchy. These crisps need no refrigeration so they’re perfect for a travel bag.
Protein Stats: 1 ounce of cheese crisps has about 11g of protein.
Pro-Tip: Turn these crisps into “cheese-board-vibes” by adding to your bag an apple, dried figs, or single-serve olive packs to eat alongside.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
These aren’t quite as high in protein as the 3 snacks above, but they are great travel options, too:
– pumpkin seeds (no shell, 8g protein per 3 tablespoons)
– peanuts (7g protein per 1/4 cup)
– pistachios (6g protein per 1/4 cup)
– almonds (6g protein per 1/4 cup)
– roasted chickpeas (6g protein per 1/4 cup)
– roasted fava beans (6g protein per 1/4 cup)
