Pin This A vibrant and satisfying assortment of snacks perfect for enjoying on a road trip. Balanced for energy, flavor, and easy sharing, this platter keeps everyone happy and fueled while traveling.
This platter is my go-to for long drives where convenience and variety make all the difference. Everyone appreciates having something tasty and nutritious at hand.
Ingredients
- Fresh Produce: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1 apple sliced, 1 cup cucumber slices
- Proteins & Dairy: 100 g cheddar cheese cubed, 100 g sliced turkey or chicken breast (optional), 1/2 cup hummus
- Crunchy Snacks: 1 cup pretzel sticks, 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts), 1 cup whole-grain crackers
- Sweet Treats: 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup dark chocolate squares
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare all fresh produce slice apples and cucumbers.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the cheese cubes turkey or chicken slices (if using) and hummus in small containers or sections of a large food-safe tray.
- Step 3:
- Fill separate compartments or small containers with pretzels mixed nuts and crackers to prevent sogginess.
- Step 4:
- Add the grapes cherry tomatoes carrots apple slices and cucumber slices to the tray.
- Step 5:
- Place dried apricots and dark chocolate squares in small resealable bags for easy sharing and portion control.
- Step 6:
- Pack everything securely in a cooler bag or insulated container keeping perishable items chilled.
- Step 7:
- Serve directly from the tray or distribute into individual snack boxes for easy mess-free eating on the road.
Pin This Enjoying this snack platter always brings smiles and great conversations during family road trips.
Required Tools
Large food-safe tray or bento snack boxes, small containers with lids, paring knife, cooler bag or insulated container
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (cheese) nuts and gluten (crackers pretzels). May contain soy (depending on hummus or crackers). Always check product labels for potential allergens and cross-contamination.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 380 Total Fat: 17 g Carbohydrates: 42 g Protein: 13 g (per serving)
Pin This This snack platter combines convenience with nutrition for a perfect travel companion. Pack with care and enjoy the journey!
Recipe Q&A
- → What are some protein options included?
Cheddar cheese and optional turkey or chicken slices provide protein, also suitable for substitutions like plant-based alternatives.
- → How can the platter be kept fresh during travel?
Using a cooler bag or insulated container helps keep perishable items chilled and fresh throughout the trip.
- → Are there gluten-free snack alternatives suggested?
Whole-grain crackers are included, but swapping with gluten-free crackers or snacks can accommodate gluten sensitivities.
- → Can this assortment cater to vegan diets?
Yes, by replacing dairy cheese with vegan cheese, omitting animal proteins, and choosing plant-based crackers, it adapts well to vegan preferences.
- → What makes this platter balanced for energy and flavor?
The combination of fresh produce, proteins, crunchy snacks, and sweet treats delivers a satisfying mix of nutrients and tastes to keep energy levels steady.