Spicy Chickpea Salad
This refreshing and flavorful salad is perfect for a quick and nutritious meal on the go.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
Cooking method:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, red onion, and garlic.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Lentil Lettuce Wraps
These flavorful wraps are packed with protein and are a perfect light meal or snack.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of lentils, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Large lettuce leaves for wrapping
- A handful of cherry tomatoes, halved
- A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
Cooking method:
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Add the lentils to the dressing and mix until well coated.
- Lay out the lettuce leaves and fill each with a generous spoonful of the lentil mixture.
- Top with cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley before rolling up the wraps.
Black Bean and Corn Salsa
This zesty salsa is as versatile as it is delicious, perfect for dipping or topping.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped
Cooking method:
- In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Peanut Butter Banana Wraps
These sweet and satisfying wraps make a perfect breakfast or snack while camping.
Ingredients:
- 2 large flour tortillas
- 4 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 bananas, peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon honey
- A sprinkle of cinnamon
Cooking method:
- Spread 2 tablespoons of peanut butter evenly over each tortilla.
- Place the banana slices on top of the peanut butter.
- Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Roll up the tortillas tightly and slice into bite-sized pieces.
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
A hearty salad packed with flavors from the Mediterranean that’s quick to prepare.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup pre-cooked quinoa
- 1 can of artichoke hearts, chopped
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup olives, sliced
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of fresh basil, chopped
Cooking method:
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Tuna and Avocado Stuffed Bell Peppers
These protein-packed peppers are a convenient and nutritious meal option.
Ingredients:
- 2 large bell peppers, halved and seeded
- 1 can of tuna, drained
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of cherry tomatoes, halved
Cooking method:
- In a bowl, mash the avocado with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Stir in the drained tuna until well combined.
- Fill each bell pepper half with the tuna and avocado mixture.
- Top with cherry tomatoes before serving.
Apple and Almond Butter Sandwiches
A crunchy and sweet sandwich that’s perfect for a midday energy boost.
Ingredients:
- 2 apples, cored and sliced into rounds
- 4 tablespoons almond butter
- A sprinkle of cinnamon
- A handful of granola
Cooking method:
- Spread 1 tablespoon of almond butter on an apple slice.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and a small handful of granola.
- Top with another apple slice to form a sandwich.
- Repeat with the remaining apple slices.
Curried Chickpea and Carrot Dip
This spicy dip is great for eating with crackers or raw vegetables.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large carrot, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking method:
- In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, grated carrot, lemon juice, olive oil, curry powder, salt, and pepper.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, and transfer to a serving dish.
Tropical Trail Mix
A sweet and savory mix that is perfect for on-the-trail snacking.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried mango, chopped
- 1 cup unsalted almonds
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup dried pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup banana chips
Cooking method:
- In a large bowl, combine the dried mango, unsalted almonds, shredded coconut, dried pineapple, and banana chips.
- Mix well and store in an airtight container for snacking.
Cucumber and Hummus Bites
These refreshing bites are an easy and quick snack that’s both healthy and delicious.
Ingredients:
- 1 large cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup hummus
- A sprinkle of paprika
- A handful of cherry tomatoes, quartered
Cooking method:
- Spread a generous spoonful of hummus on each cucumber slice.
- Sprinkle with paprika for added flavor.
- Top each slice with a quartered cherry tomato before serving.
