Name: Protein Trail Mix
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Roasted Edamame; 1/4 cup Raw Cashews; 1/4 cup Raw Almonds; 1/2 cup Protein Cereals (I am using Cinnamon Catalina crunch); 1/3 cup Dried Cranberries; 1/4 cup Pumpkin Seeds; 1/4 cup Dark Chocolate Chips

This Protein Trail Mix is an easy 5-minute snack with 11 grams of protein per serving and full of healthy ingredients.

As someone who is always on the go and striving to maintain a healthy lifestyle, I needed a snack that was not only convenient but also packed with protein to keep me energized throughout the day. That’s why I came up with this Protein Trail Mix recipe.

Unlike many store-bought options that are often loaded with sugars and artificial ingredients, this homemade mix is a perfect blend of protein-rich nuts, seeds, and natural sweeteners, providing a nutritious and satisfying snack ready in just 5 minutes.

It’s versatile, easy to customize, and ideal for anyone looking to boost their protein intake without sacrificing taste. Give it a try, and you’ll see why this trail mix stands out from the rest!

Ingredients and Substitutions

This paragraph gives you all my tips about picking the right ingredients. For the full recipe with measurements, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post!Go to Full Recipe

Roasted Edamame – They are rich in protein and taste great. You can also use roasted pistacchio.
Raw Cashews – Cashews are fine to eat raw.
Raw Almonds – Or roasted peanuts if you prefer.
Protein Cereals – I am using Cinnamon Catalina Crunch.
Dried Cranberries – You can also use any other dried fruit.
Pumpkin Seeds – or sunflower seeds.
Dark Chocolate Chips – I pick vegan chocolate chips with over 70% of cocoa.

How to Make Protein Trail Mix

This is really easy to make; all you need to do is mix the ingredients. If you want to toss some seasoning on top.

Combining ingredients for the Protein Trail Mix.

Combine the ingredients in a small jar where you can store it.

Serve it on a large plate for a TV platter.

Changing The Flavors

You can change the flavor of your trail mix by doing the follow swaps or additions:

Make a fruity one by adding chopped dried apricots, dates, or dried mango.
Use whole grains like quinoa puffs of my Grain-Free Granola
Season it with cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.
Aim for equal parts of nuts/seeds, dried fruits, and grains to keep it balanced.

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