Fuel Your Memorial Day Weekend Road Trip: Trendy and Healthy Snacks to Keep You Energized

Road trips are back—and so is the snack game. But instead of loading up on greasy drive-thru meals or sugary gas station treats, travelers are packing smarter with trendy, nutrient-packed snacks that keep energy high and guilt low.

Whether you’re heading to the beach, the mountains, or just escaping for the weekend, here are some of the most popular and health-forward foods to fuel your next adventure.

🥑 1. Avocado Snack Packs

Single-serve guacamole cups are everywhere right now—and for good reason. They’re rich in healthy fats and pair perfectly with veggie chips, rice cakes, or sliced bell peppers. Bonus: they’re keto- and Whole30-friendly.

🧀 2. Charcuterie On-The-Go

Thanks to brands like Whisps, Good Culture, and Sargento, protein-forward cheese and meat snacks are having a major moment. Look for individual packs with cheddar crisps, turkey bites, or cottage cheese for a low-carb, high-protein fix. Try the popular brand, Chomps for a variety of flavors and a protein boost.

🌱 3. Chickpea Snacks & Roasted Edamame

Trendy, crunchy, and packed with plant-based protein, roasted chickpeas or edamame are perfect for road snacking. Flavors like sea salt, sriracha, and ranch offer a guilt-free alternative to chips.

🍿 4. Popcorn with a Twist

Air-popped popcorn is already a road trip classic, but the 2025 trend is flavored varieties—think truffle, dill pickle, or avocado oil kettle corn. Look for clean-label brands like Khloe Kardashian’s new one, Kloud.

🍓 5. Freeze-Dried Fruit

Unlike traditional dried fruit (which can be high in added sugar), freeze-dried options like strawberries, blueberries, and mango are crunchy, naturally sweet, and mess-free. Perfect for snacking on the go or adding to yogurt.

🥤 6. Functional Beverages

Don’t forget hydration! Instead of soda or sugary sports drinks, the trendy cooler is stocked with:

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Kombucha (for gut health).

🥪 7. DIY Wraps or Bento Boxes

Skip the mystery meat at roadside diners—wrap your own. Use almond flour or spinach wraps with turkey, hummus, arugula, and sprouts. Or create a bento box with nuts, olives, fresh fruit, hard-boiled eggs, and baby carrots for variety on the go.

🍫 8. Dark Chocolate or Protein Bars

For a sweet pick-me-up, opt for trending bars like RXBAR, GoMacro, or Built Bar. Look for low sugar, high protein, and short ingredient lists.

🚗 Final Tips:

Pack a small cooler for perishables and ice packs to keep everything fresh.
Bring reusable utensils, napkins, and storage bags to reduce waste.
Rotate snacks to avoid food fatigue—variety keeps things exciting!