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 […]
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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. […]
Why not? Forget the rules while you are backpacking in the presence of the open sky. Muesli and granola cereal is fast to prepare, loaded with calories, and tastes great. Hikers eat energy bars, trail mixes, candy bars, and other packaged snacks for convenience. However, most snack foods offer zero nutrition, highly processed ingredients, added sweeteners, and an overabundance of sodium. So, the next time you need a quick and easy lunch or dinner meal that doesn’t require cooking, try cereal. Outdoor Herbivore makes calorie-dense muesli cereal with dried fruit, nuts, and […]