Not interested in consuming a processed, preservative-laden snack? Me either! That’s why I love this Quick and Easy All Natural Trail Mix. It’s filling, healthy, and a snack that satisfies the munchies. It literally comes together in minutes and there’s no baking required! It’s the perfect blend of sweet and salty and the ingredients seem to compliment each other perfectly. Grab a handful or two for your next mid-morning or afternoon snack.

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I confess. Nearly every day I seem to get the munchies. (Sigh) Although I try to power through the urge to nibble, it’s always best (and I’m always the happiest) if I keep a few healthy treats on hand.

Because I am on a gluten-free diet and have other food allergies and/or intolerances, I am careful to try to use ingredients that are all-natural and preservative-free. (Psst, you might also like my Old Fashioned Vegetable Soup and my All-Natural Colon Cleanse Slushy!)

Just one of my favorite (single) snacks to keep on hand are organic pumpkin seeds. (Add pumpkin seeds to salads for a little extra crunch and nutrition!)

I also enjoy pumpkin seeds that have a hint of cinnamon and sugar such as the package of Super Seedz pumpkin seeds pictured above. (These are also great as an ice cream topping!)

Besides being quick and easy to make, trail mix can easily be personalized by adding or subtracting ingredients. Just remember to use preservative-free and all-natural ingredients!

The base:

• Unsulfered preservative-free raisins (which are an excellent source of fiber and minerals such as iron, selenium, and potassium).
• Organic almonds (an excellent source of fiber, protein, magnesium, Vit. E, and healthy fats. They can also help reduce hunger).
• Organic pecans (contain compounds that act as antioxidants and may help lower “bad” LDL cholesterol).
• Pumpkin seeds (are high in antioxidants and magnesium).
• Allergen-free chocolate chips (cocoa beans contain flavanols that have antioxidant effects that can help reduce cell damage and improve vascular function. Dark chocolate is best).

Sometimes I also like to add freeze-dried fruits to my trail mix to give it additional texture and sweetness. Recently I discovered all-natural freeze-dried fruit made from 100% fruit, no added sugar, and no additives or preservatives. Yum!

Combining the mix is easy. I simply combined the freeze-dried fruit and nut mixtures together in a large Ziploc freezer baggie. (At first, I separated them because I didn’t want to overpower the trail mix with fruit. In the end, the amount was just right.) 

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I recommend storing trail mix in a glass container or in a Ziploc baggie (kept in the freezer).

Other suggested ingredients:

• Organic raw sunflower seeds
• Air-popped popcorn
• Organic raw coconut chips
• Dehydrated or freeze-dried banana chips
• Organic raw pistachios

Pressed for time? No problem! Make a batch of this Quick and Easy All Natural Trail Mix ahead of time and store it in the freezer. This helps preserve and maintain its freshness.

I hope that you enjoy this Quick and Easy All Natural Trail Mix as much as I do!

Happy munching!

Linda

Sources:

• Can Chocolate Be Good For My Health
• Nuts and Your Heart: Eating Nuts Heart Health
• Nutrition and Health Diets
• Easy Ways to Get Out of Your Snack Rut
• Nut Health
• Discover the Many Health Benefits of Pecans 
• Are Raisins Good For You?
• Top 11 Science-Based Health Benefits of Pumpkin Seeds

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