16 Healthy Beach Snacks

Cut celery stalks in half and spread your favorite protein-filled nut butter in the middle. Add a few “ants” on top (we won’t judge if you ditch the raisins and choose chocolate chips instead). Ansel suggests adding a dash of your favorite spices or sea salt to your snack. I can practically feel the sand between my teeth from all the sandwiches I’d eat on the beach when I was a kid.

Rich in fiber, protein (½ cup has the same amount of protein as 2 eggs) and energy-boosting carbs, this tiny green legume is great for noshing in and out of the sun. Pack frozen edamame in your beach bag and they will be ready to go come snack time. Instead of munching on a bag of chips dive into a delicious handful of homemade trail mix. This healthier option is loaded with sweet and salty flavors and is certainly addictive. This snack mix is proof—yet, again—that the magical mix of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried onion, dried garlic, and salt knows no bounds.

Keep that in mind the next time you’re packing up for a (safe, socially distant!) day at the beach. And remember that even when you have a cooler, some beach food holds up better than others. Of course you can always pack the basics, like crackers, chips, nuts, and dried fruit, but it’s always good to have something a little more substantial.

Lunch can take more time than planned, cutting into your precious sun time for the day. When your facing this problem, it's always hard to come up with a meal that will taste good but not take too long to prepare. Don't worry, I have some great suggestions for you - so here's what you can use for your next beach trip. About 2 hours into my first day on the beach this summer I realized I had not planned well. The ice cream man began ringing his bell which automatically triggered my hunger. I dug through my beach bag and found nothing resembling food.

Decide what healthy kid-friendly meals and snacks you will prepare. When packing your picnic, utilize foods that are pre-packaged or easy to pre-pack and do not easily melt. Bring along an empty plastic grocery bag for trash and paper towels and plastic utensils for easy disposal.

This light, wholesome quinoa salad is filled with summer vegetables and tossed in a pesto vinaigrette. This kid- and adult-friendly lunch wrap takes just a few minutes to make. As we enter the holiday season, I always like to take stock in the love and gifts we are lucky enough to have in... Here are some ways to make water refreshing again. "Chips" like these are a MUCH healthier option and easier to prepare than you think - simply made in the oven with a light dose of olive oil and sea meandmyfam salt.