Road trips can range from pocket friendly to out-of-the budget if you don’t plan accordingly, especially when it comes to dining out. Be extremely careful about the food items you carry and consume along the way. Many things can easily spoil and cause serious health problems when consumed. On the other hand it is also not a good idea to depend on packaged and processed food during your travels. No matter how short or long the journey is, always carry enough food and water so that you don’t face any difficulties
Popcorn
Popcorn is a great snack option while traveling. If you’re on a road trip, you can grab a handful of this wonderful popcorn and focus on driving without any fuss. This makes them the best food for traveling in the car. Instead of getting the stale version of the popcorn you’d find at the gas station, you can make some yourself through recipes that include cheese, extra virgin oil, and fresh black pepper that’s so much more flavorful.
Banana Chips
Banana chips are easily available in the market and are amazing in taste. These make as a great snacking option and can be made at home as well. All you have to do is cut a few pieces of raw banana into thin, fine chips and deep fry them. You can sprinkle some salt, red chili powder or black pepper over the top and store them in an air-tight container for several days.
Candy
Kids love candies, and sometimes, they even help us in curing a sore throat. As we go on long trips, we need something to keep in our mouth from time to time. And candies do best when needed; Even when we feel pukish, it helps to bring back the taste buds. So, candies are a great option to pack as travel food.
Cookies or biscuits
How can you miss out on packing cookies or biscuits for a road trip? Tea or coffee is not acceptable without biscuits or cookies. Therefore, when you pack travel food, packing biscuit packets or cookie boxes is a must. Also, when you are on a long journey, you sometimes crave something sweet or salty, and these biscuits help you quell your craving. You can order online from Bakingo – an online cake shop where you can easily get delicious desserts to satiate your cravings.
Nougat, Chikki
Chikki is a crunchy and sweet snack made from jaggery and a variety of nuts and seeds, mainly roasted peanuts. These sweet treats are generally flat and are easily available in most of the stores across India. Chikkis are a great snack for travel as they last longer (days and even weeks) and are easy to pack and carry.
Nuts and Seeds
Nuts and seeds are both high in protein, healthy fats and fiber. In fact, eating more of these foods may lower your risk of heart disease and lower your blood sugar levels. For example, macadamia nuts, pumpkin seeds, Walnuts, almonds, cashews, and sunflower seeds can provide you with the energy you need during your trip.
Fruit
One of the best foods to rely on when traveling is fresh fruits. Fruits are always available and can be bought from everywhere. However, it is best not to take any cut fruit from outside because when the pieces are exposed and not stored properly, they can become contaminated and cause many health problems due to bacteria. Fruits can be easily digested, giving you the instant energy you’ll need for long journeys.
Protein and Granola Bar
Protein and granola bars are convenient and easy to carry making them a great option for road trips. Still, times are full of added sugars and other unhealthy additives, which is why it’s important to choose products made with whole, nutritious ingredients like nuts, oats, chia seeds, egg whites and dried fruits. You can buy nutritious bars online or at your local grocery store.
Indian Snacks
Many people who travel really long distances rely on desi snacks to make them feel at home while traveling. Travel snacks can be easily stacked and carried with them during travel. Theplas, achaar with mathi, papad, fafda, khakhra and papdi can help add a spark to your journey, and are great ideas for meals while traveling on the train.
Happy eating! Happy travelling!
