We’ve talked about Lara Bars before. These simple bars combine a three to four ingredients, such as dates, berries, and nuts into some delicious flavors. These bars are loaded in simple carbohydrate sugar for quick energy and heart-healthy unsaturated fat, making them an ideal snack for backpackers. Not only do these bars burst with flavor, but also contain about 200 calories per 1.7 oz (48g ) bar. We’ll show you how you can make these EASY fruit and nut bars at home. The recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare since no cooking is required. Basic Trail Bar Recipe (yields […]
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Chia seeds offer extensive value for the lightweight backpacker. Here’s why: Tiny and lightweight with a storage life of up to 5 years. Require no cooking. Chia seeds are great for making cold-soaked pudding, cereal, or smoothies. Chia Seed High Energy Content: 140 Calories per 1.0 oz (28.35 g) or 2 TB. Have a good nutrient profile with omega-3 fat, dietary fiber, phosphorous, and calcium. How to Eat Chia You can eat chia seeds by cold soaking them in water, sprinkling them on oats and other meals, or sprouting them. To hydrate the seeds to make a pudding, add 1 […]
Why not break the rules while you’re backpacking under the open sky? Muesli and granola cereal are quick to prepare, packed with calories, and taste great. Hikers often rely on energy bars, trail mixes, candy bars, and other packaged snacks for convenience. However, many of these snack foods are low in nutrition and contain highly processed ingredients, added sweeteners, and excessive amounts of sodium. So, the next time you need a quick and easy lunch or dinner that doesn’t require cooking, consider cereal. Outdoor Herbivore offers calorie-dense muesli cereal that combines dried fruit, nuts, and seeds with instant organic soy […]