Added to trail mix with nuts and dried fruit

Added to trail mix with nuts and dried fruit recipe videos

This is a custom blend where crunchy nuts and chewy dried fruits are combined to create a balanced, portable snack. Common ingredients include almonds, walnuts, raisins, and cranberries, though the mix is highly customizable. It's a staple of outdoor and hiking culture, originating from the need for lightweight, energy-dense food.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Trail mix is typically high in healthy fats from the nuts and carbohydrates from the dried fruit, providing a good source of plant-based protein. A standard 1/4 cup serving offers a calorie-dense boost of around 150-200 calories, rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	680 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	72 g
Fat	40 g
Fiber	9 g
Sugar	45 g
Sodium	25 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Magnesium	110 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Zinc	3 mg
Vitamin E	4 mg
Manganese	1.8 mg
Copper	0.6 mg

Per 1 cup (140 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Nutritionally, it's designed for sustained energy, combining quick-release sugars from fruit with slower-burning fats and protein from nuts. Culturally, it's a symbol of adventure and self-reliance, often associated with hiking, camping, and road trips.