Trail Snack

Trail snack is a versatile, energy-dense food mix designed for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts to maintain energy during long treks. It typically combines nuts, seeds, dried fruits, and sometimes chocolate or granola, originating from outdoor cultures in North America and Europe. This portable, no-cook blend provides quick calories and sustained energy on the go.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Trail snack is generally high in healthy fats and carbohydrates, with moderate protein, making it a balanced energy source. A typical serving offers key nutrients like magnesium, iron, and potassium, with a calorie range of 200-300 kcal per 50-gram portion.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	15 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	30 mg
Magnesium	60 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Vitamin E	3 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Manganese	0.8 mg

Per 1/2 cup (50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, trail snack evolved from Indigenous and frontier survival foods, emphasizing portability and nutrient density. Nutritionally, its combination of fats and carbs provides both immediate and slow-release energy, ideal for endurance activities.