The much-awaited time of the year is here- not-so-scorching summer heat, pleasant windy weather, refreshing breeze, and it all calls for another road trip to the mountains to check off your bucket list. Yes, we all know for the bikers at heart, the monsoon weather can change the view- painting mountains into greenery and filling clouds with the burst of joy and laughter. And what makes the journey even more exceptional is some finger-licking snacks that can keep you fueled and energetic as you make your way to distant lands.

While you may be tempted to satisfy your grumbling belly with fast or junk food, this can invite overindulgence and leave you feeling awful in the long run rather than charging you for another milestone. These heavy or processed foods have abundant sugar and sodium, leaving you sluggish and exhausted.

So, instead, your focus should be on snacks that can improve your metabolism and provide steady energy levels, taming hunger and fulfilling your nourishment.

So, we sat with the dieticians to get the deets on 10 healthy snacks for road trips. Here is their take:

1. Protein and granola bars

This super convenient and easy-to-carry food does not require you to stress about refrigeration. Protein bars loaded with nuts make an all-in-one snack as they are a pocketful of nutrients like protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fat. This trio will compensate for the energy loss zeroed in by long driving. However, pay attention to bars blended with added sugars and unhealthy additives; they may be better for keeping you fueled.

2. Fresh fruit and nut butter

Fresh fruits like bananas or grapes make up your lost energy. Grapes have high water content, which will keep you hydrated on the road and also fight fatigue. Bananas, apples, strawberries, etc., contain many vitamins and minerals that look after your nourishment, are easy to digest, and are low in calories. You can pair them with high-protein nut butter for a quick bite while driving if you want.

3. Oatmeal cups

Oatmeals are hand down the best road trip snacks when hitting the road during the morning hours. You can fill them with coconut milk, greek yogurt, or any choice of liquid. Oatmeal is nutritionally rich. It has a handful of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibers that promote regular bowel emptying and prevent bloating.

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