Healthy Trail Mix

Trail mix can be a quick and nutritious snack to have in your car, at work or at home. This recipe provides your daily dose of vitamin E, antioxidants and important trace minerals to keep you fueled throughout your day.

Ingredients:

Nuts: Source of Vitamin E, protein, fiber and healthy fats (important for muscle recovery and optimal energy)

• 1/2 cup almonds
• 1/2 cup pecans
• 1/2 cup roasted soy nuts (can omit if you are trying to avoid soy)

Fruit: Loaded with health-building antioxidants

• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup dried blueberries
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (if desired)

Seeds: Packed with trace minerals

• 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/4 cup sunflower seeds 

Directions:

Combine nuts, dried fruit, soy nuts, seeds, and 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (if desired). Store in a plastic container with a tight lid. Keeps for 6-8 weeks in a cool, dry place away from light or in the fridge.

Nutrition Facts Per 1/3 cup serving:

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 16 g
• Fat: 11 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Protein: 5 g

* Other Possible Ingredients: 

• Unsweetened shaved coconut
• High fiber/high protein cereal such as Kashi Go Lean
• Air-popped popcorn
• Your choice of unsalted nuts or seeds
• Your choice of dried, unsweetened fruits.