The Best Sweet and Salty Trail Mix!

This post may contain affiliate links.

Sweet and salty trail mix!

This sweet and salty trail mix has been a favorite recipe this summer.  Since I have started going on long walks and hikes and it is the perfect snack to take along.  I sometimes take Monkey Munch just to change things up.

I was reading recently about blogs having a purpose and that may have a niche or even sub-niche.   After thinking about this, I would say I would like my blog to be about real whole foods that are relatively easy and fast to prepare.  If there is a healthier version of a dish, that’s that one I want to make.  Every day I learn something new and I love sharing this information because I see how it helps my own health.

This 5 Minute Sweet and Salty Trail Mix is an example of quick, easy and healthy.  I throw it together and take it along with me if I know I will be out for a while.  Here are some other places I have taken this trail mix lately:

Traveling – this way I do not have to succumb to snack counters, quick on the go unhealthy snacks from vending machines, etc.. Plus, being gluten and dairy free I can’t have most of those snacks anyway.

Hikes/Long Walks – if I will be going on a long walk or hike I usually bring some trail mix (and water) along.

Sporting events – from kids to college games, it is great when I get hungry!

Afternoon snack – in between lunch and dinner, a small serving is just what I need.

Having said all that, since this trail mix has nuts, coconut flakes, and chocolate, it is probably better not to consume large amounts all at once.  I find that a serving is a small scoop that can fit in the palm of my hand, maybe about 1/4 cup or less.  Since trail mix is filling and satiating, that is all it takes.

I hope you enjoy if you try it!

Christine

Also, try Monkey Munch –

5 from 1 vote

Print

The Best Sweet and Salty Trail Mix

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

 

You will love this delicious yet healthy sweet and salty trail mix. Bring along on hikes, road trips, as an office snack or just while doing errands. Many possibilities...

Course: Snack, Trail Mix

Cuisine: American, Breakfast, Snack

Servings: 8

Calories: 131 kcal

Author: Christine

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup whole roasted salted almonds (I used 50% less salt, dry roasted salted almonds)
• 1/2 cup whole roasted salted cashews ( I used roasted and salted cashews)
• 1/2 cup coconut flakes (100% unsweetened coconut flakes by Let's Do Organic).
• 1/4 - 1/2 cup non dairy chocolate chunks or chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix up until mixed well.

2. Store in airtight container. Can store in refrigerator or pantry.

3. Note: If serving at a gathering, avoid placing in direct sun as chocolate may melt.

Nutrition Facts

The Best Sweet and Salty Trail Mix

Amount Per Serving

Calories 131 Calories from Fat 99

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 11g 17%

Saturated Fat 4g 20%

Sodium 3mg 0%

Potassium 145mg 4%

Total Carbohydrates 5g 2%

Dietary Fiber 2g 8%

Sugars 1g

Protein 3g 6%

Calcium 2.8%

Iron 5.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.