Hiking Mix

Hiking Mix is a customizable trail snack blend, not a formal 'dish,' originating from outdoor and hiking cultures, particularly popular in North America and Europe. It typically combines nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and sometimes chocolate or granola for a balanced, portable energy source.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It's generally high in healthy fats and protein from nuts and seeds, with carbs from dried fruits, providing key nutrients like fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants. A typical 1/4 cup serving ranges from 150 to 200 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	22 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	95 mg
Potassium	220 mg
Magnesium	45 mg
Iron	1.8 mg
Zinc	1.2 mg
Vitamin E	3.5 mg
Niacin (B3)	2.5 mg
Phosphorus	110 mg
Copper	0.3 mg

Per 1/4 cup (40 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What's unique is its functional design for sustained energy during physical activity, making it a staple in outdoor nutrition, and its cultural role as a customizable, shareable snack that fosters community on trails.