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Healthy Snacking on the Road

Written by Julie Vuksic (RDN, CDCES, NBC-HWC) | Jun 26, 2025 5:19:58 PM

We’ve all found ourselves hungry for a snack but with limited options. Whether traveling for work, taking a long road trip, or running errands, you can still stay on track with your healthy eating goals by choosing a nourishing snack.

Even gas stations and vending machines have some healthier choices! Choose a snack that contains protein and fiber with less sugar and sodium.

Below you will find healthy snack ideas to keep in mind when on the go:

Fiber / protein rich snack ideas

String cheese

 

Hard-boiled eggs

Cottage cheese

 

Greek yogurt

Olives

 

Deli turkey

Cheese

 

Baby carrots

Turkey jerky

 

Apple

Orange

 

Banana

Almonds

 

Peanuts

Sunflower seeds

 

Protein bar

Fiber / protein rich snack ideas

Nuts

 

Trail mix

Protein bar

 

Granola bar

Popcorn

 

Turkey jerky

Whole grain crackers

 

Whole grain pretzels

Fruit

 

Baked chips