During the holiday season, planning and choosing meals can be even more demanding when it comes to camping. It is recommended to have with you a portable fridge, lunch bag, ice packs, thermos, camping stove, pot, plates and disposable cutlery. Below you will find smart suggestions for more nutritious meals mainly related to outdoor camping!

What snacks should I take with me for breakfast?

1. Fresh fruits such as nectarine, peach, banana
2. Nuts (almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts, walnuts)
3. Mix of dried fruits and nuts
4. Fruit compotes
5. Homemade cake or homemade cookies with oats
6. Bread or whole tortillas
7. Honey/sugar-free jam
8. Nut butter without palm oil
9. Crackers or whole grain breadsticks
10. Energy bars or sugar-free bars

What should I take with me for a meal…

• Carbohydrates 

1. canned corn
2. instant mashed potatoes
3. noodles
4. pasta
5. rice

• Proteins

1. canned turkey or chicken breast
2. tuna in water (canned or pouch)
3. cooked legumes (steamed or canned)

• Fats

1. olive oil
2. basil pesto
3. olive paste

• Vegetables

1. cucumber
2. cherry tomatoes

NutriCare4HealthTip: Remember to stock up on an adequate amount of water and try starting each meal by consuming ½ bottle water especially on hot days!