Whether packing for a ride in the stroller or a day at the ballpark, a cooler pack with balanced and simple choices make for a much healthier experience than the typical concession stand run. These on-the-go food packs will keep your whole family ready to go.
Simple items and finger foods are easy to pack. Pick a choice from each category to offer balance for a family on the run. Some of my favorite combos are highlighted at the end.
Fruit:
- Pears
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Pre-sliced watermelon
- Pre-chunked pineapple
- Grapes
- Apple (possibly pre-sliced if plan to use for dipping)
- Clementines
- Bananas
Veggies:
- Celery sticks
- Grape tomatoes
- Baby carrots
- Cucumbers
- Snap peas
- Broccoli florets
- Cauliflower florets
- Pre-portioned guacamole
- Single pack olives
Grains:
- Pretzels
- Whole grain tortilla chips
- Popcorn
- Veggie straws
- Whole grain tortillas/pitas
Proteins:
- Peanut butter or almond butter
- Hummus
- Nuts
- Seeds
- Sliced turkey
- Cheese sticks
- Yogurt
- Dried meat stick (we love Simply Snackin’)
- Hard boiled eggs
Favorite Combos:
Pack One:
- Celery sticks
- Peanut butter
- Berries
- Popcorn
Pack Two:
- Veggie straws
- Bananas
- Yogurts
Pack Three:
- Watermelon slices
- Blue corn chips with guacamole
- Baby carrots with hummus
Pack Four:
- Grape tomatoes
- Prezels with peanut butter or hummus
- Clementines
Cole Bershback
Cole is a wife and mom of three. As a Registered Dietitian, certified yoga instructor, and Unbeatable Mind Coach, she has committed her life to wellness and the pursuit of our highest potential. If grit and love had a child, it would be Cole Bershback.
