Snack mix component with nuts and dried fruit

Snack mix component with nuts and dried fruit recipe videos

This is a classic trail mix or snack mix, a portable blend of nuts, dried fruits, and sometimes seeds or chocolate chips. It's a customizable snack with no single origin, but is widely popular in North America for hiking and outdoor activities.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It's typically high in healthy fats and protein from the nuts, with carbohydrates coming primarily from the natural sugars in the dried fruit. A standard handful (about 1/4 cup) provides a good source of fiber, magnesium, and antioxidants, with a calorie range of 150-200.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	680 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	65 g
Fat	42 g
Fiber	10 g
Sugar	35 g
Sodium	120 mg
Potassium	650 mg
Magnesium	120 mg
Phosphorus	300 mg
Iron	3.5 mg
Zinc	3.0 mg
Vitamin E	8.0 mg
Manganese	1.8 mg
Copper	0.6 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

This mix is a modern take on ancient survival rations, combining calorie-dense nuts and preserved fruits for sustained energy. Its true uniqueness lies in its perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors, making it a satisfying and nutritionally complete snack.