Caught on a busy day with a rumbling stomach? You're torn between a quick fix and a healthy choice. Junk food might seem convenient, but why not have a healthy snack that’ll leave you feeling satisfied for longer!
The solution? Keep a healthy snack mix on hand. Making your own is easier than you think, and, with Nuts About Life, the possibilities are endless!
Don't let unexpected hunger derail your day. Here are some tips on how to create a snack mix you'll love.
Treat Yourself to a Healthy Homemade Snack Mix
Nuts make a nutritious snack, but they aren't always the most exciting thing to nibble on. Fortunately, you can boost the flavour and increase the nutritional benefits even more by adding a few other delicious ingredients.
Creating a custom-made nut and dried fruit mix is a good start, but you can make your snack even more delicious with additions such as spices and chocolate. Tailor your mix to your taste, and the variation of flavours and textures will make it extra delicious.
When your stomach's rumbling, it's tempting to reach for fast food, but when you have a healthy snack mix waiting for you, the "right" choice is also the most appealing option. Here's how to create a snack mix that's nutritious, delicious, and convenient.
Pick Your Mix
You have complete freedom about what to put in your snack mix, which can be a little overwhelming. Here are a few options to get you started.
Go Nuts for Protein and Crunch
Nuts are a great start to your mix. They provide satiating protein and a satisfying crunch. Each type of nut has its unique flavour and texture, so consider using more than one kind to make your mix more interesting. You can buy bulk nuts and seeds online to help keep your costs low.
Try combining the soft butteriness of macadamias with the mild sweetness and hearty crunch of almonds. Or try the smooth flavour of walnuts with the crisp bite and meaty taste of pistachios. There are so many different nuts and seeds to choose from, so try putting a few of your favourites together and see what tickles your taste buds.
Add a Touch of Sweetness
Dried fruit is a natural combination with nuts. There's a wide range of tastes to experiment with, from tangy to sweet. You can add zing to your mix with dried ginger or a bright sweetness with diced pineapple. If you're focused on getting more antioxidants in your diet, try some organic dried fruit superfoods such as goji berries or blueberries.
To amp up the sweetness, you can also add a little chocolate. This can be in chunks of chocolate, or you can opt for chocolate-covered nuts for an even distribution. A little shredded coconut can also add a touch of sweetness, along with an intriguing texture.
Spice It Up
To take your mix to the next level, consider adding spice to the mix. The easiest way to create a delicious spiced nut snack is with flavoured nuts. Create a sweet/salty/spicy combination with wasabi almonds, salted cashews, dried mango, and chopped figs. Spices add a whole new dimension to your snack, so don't be afraid to experiment.
What Snack Mix Recipe Will You Invent?
Wholefood snacks such as nuts and dried fruit mixes are a nutritious and delicious way to satisfy your hunger. What combination are you going to create? If you’ve found these ideas helpful, please share this post on social media. We'd love to see what you come up with, so share your perfect combination in the comments!
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