I recently found these cute little Mini Brie “Bites” from Trader Joe’s. They are perfect to throw in my bag and nibble with an apple once I get through security.
Traveling anywhere on a plane these days takes much longer than it should, so I never leave home without snacks. You never know when you’re going to get delayed by a flight being late, or even worse, cancelled!
Some of my favorite snack foods to carry are:
- Nuts or seeds (or chocolate covered nuts…even better!)
- Peanut butter sandwich crackers
- A couple of tangerines (also good for squeezing or muddling into a drink) or an apple
Depending on the time of day or the length of the trip, sometimes a more substantial meal is necessary. If you freeze a 2 oz. tube of yoghurt, like Stonyfield Organic YoKid Squeezers, it can be placed in your bag of liquids. Once defrosted, squeeze into a paper cup or small container with a few tablespoons of granola.
If you travel for several days, instant oatmeal can be made using a coffee machine in your hotel room (mix it in the coffee pot and change the flavors by infusing the water with a tea bag like orange spice, and add some walnuts for a boost of protein). I always travel with a set of plastic utensils and some paper napkins…
Other quick and easy ideas for breakfast:
- Whole grain tortilla with crunchy peanut or almond butter wrapped around a banana
- Whole grain tortilla with smoked salmon and chive cream cheese (red onions optional)
- Whole grain tortilla with avocado (mashed with a little green Tabasco sauce and lemon juice) and bacon
- Leftover Vegetable Frittata or a fried egg and prosciutto or spinach in a whole wheat pita
- Hard boiled egg
Easy ideas for lunch or dinner:
- Panini with Charcuterie, slivered red peppers or zucchini and a hardy lettuce, spinach or chicory
- Wraps using cabbage or escarole leaves with sliced turkey and cheese (mustard optional)
- Chinese chicken salad using shredded cabbage (doesn’t get too wilted if you go light on dressing)
- Pasta or Couscous salads
I always pack a few tea bags, which motivates me to keep hydrated, and I find that many herbal ones, like spearmint, can be steeped in cold water.
On a side note, if you have an iPad, the Scrabble App is a great way to kill time…a little pricey at 9.99 but worth it, in my opinion.
Bon Voyage and Merry Christmas!
Food Outside The Box 
The little brie bites are very good and only 70 calories! I haven’t tried freezing the Stonyfield organic yo kid squeezers yet, but a great idea!
Hi Rinda! Thanks for stopping by my blog and sharing a comment. I didn’t know the calories before so thank you for noting!