Base for a quick snack mix with nuts and dried fruit

Base for a quick snack mix with nuts and dried fruit recipe videos

This is a versatile base for a quick, homemade snack mix, typically combining a variety of nuts like almonds, cashews, and walnuts with an assortment of dried fruits such as raisins, cranberries, and apricots. The concept is global, with popular variations found in many cuisines, from American trail mix to Middle Eastern dried fruit and nut platters.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This mix is generally energy-dense, providing a balanced combination of healthy fats, plant-based protein, and carbohydrates from the fruit. A typical 1/4 cup serving offers a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals like magnesium and potassium, with a calorie range of approximately 150-200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	10 g
Carbs	35 g
Fat	20 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	5 mg
Potassium	300 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Zinc	2 mg
Vitamin E	5 mg
Phosphorus	150 mg
Copper	0.4 mg
Manganese	1.5 mg

Per 1/2 cup (70 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the practice of combining nuts and dried fruits is an ancient method of preserving seasonal harvests and creating portable, non-perishable sustenance for travel. Nutritionally, it's unique as a 'whole food' snack that provides sustained energy without the crash associated with processed sugary snacks.