18 Healthy Travel Snacks to Keep You Fueled on the Road or in the Skies
It's that time of year when holiday cheer and travel stress collide. There's turkey and twinkly lights, but also weather delays and extended camp-outs in noisy airport terminals. When it comes down to it, one of the few things you can control about travel is what you eat. Yes, it's possible to make a healthy meal from a Hudson News stand, but, when it comes to sports and hunger, the best defense is a good offense, so we think you should bring your own snacks.
Buy some attractive, airtight containers and fill them with a few options: something sweet, something salty, and something fresh. Energy bars, trail mix, and even overnight oats are all great—just refrain on packing anything too pungent (no blue cheese, please) for the good of those around you. Here are the snacks we'll be stowing in our carry ons.
Danny Kim13/18Prune-Pistachio Oat Bars
Why shell out $5 when you can make energy bars at home? Packed with tons of flavor and punch, this DIY super snack will power you throughout the day. The dried prunes in this recipe give the bars a chewy consistency with the ground pistachios function as both a nutrient-rich building block that lends structure and as a textural element that conveniently contains good fats and proteins to keep you satisfied. Pro tip: Rinse your hands under cool water or give them a quick shot of non-stick spray..…
