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5 Protein-Packed Travel Friendly Snacks That Are Always In My Bag

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Ever find yourself staring at the options in the airport newsstand wondering what healthy snacks to eat? It can be very difficult to find good-for-you snacks not to mention that they are ridiculously overpriced. Not to worry, I’ve got you. Check out my 5 Healthy Protein-Packed Travel-Friendly Snacks. These will keep you full as you fly the friendly skies. Having these snacks with me on my recent travels, were a lifesaver.

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  • 5 Healthy Protein-Packed Travel Friendly Snacks
  • Yogurt, Cheese, and Hard Boiled Eggs
  • Protein Oatmeal Cups
  • Special K High Protein Cereal
  • Bada Bean
  • High Protein Granola Bars

5 Healthy Protein-Packed Travel Friendly Snacks

With a little pre-planning, it’s easy to eat well while flying. Here are my go to ideas along with my best hacks. Pack a few of these for your next trip and save the splurging for the great restaurants at your destination. With crazy flight delays these days, it pays to be prepared.

Yogurt, Cheese, and Hard Boiled Eggs

My best hack is this: Freeze your favorite Greek yogurt and a few low-fat cheese sticks. Place them in a plastic bag or small reusable lunch bag with a few peeled hard boiled eggs The yogurt will act as an ice pack to keep your eggs cool. You now have 3 protein packed, healthy snacks to enjoy on your plane ride. Update: yes, you can get through security with frozen Greek Yogurt. I do it all the time!

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Protein Oatmeal Cups

These easy to pack, single serve oatmeal cups are loaded with 20 grams of protein. Low in sugar and gluten free. Simply ask for a cup of hot water, mix and enjoy. Airlines offer tea so they will give you hot water. Bring along a banana and or slice it right in (and even a peanut butter pack) and you are all set. Bring along your own travel friendly spoon.

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Special K High Protein Cereal

Measure out your desired serving of this15 grams of high protein cereal in a reusable container and ask for some milk on your flight. Or, just purchase some milk at the airport after you go through security. You can also purchase a cup of milk at any coffee shop. Add in a banana or some berries and you’ve got a filling meal.

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Bada Bean

Looking for something salty and crunchy? These dried broad beans are filling and tasty. Perfectly sized for travel. Available in single serve packs.

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High Protein Granola Bars

Not all protein bars are created equal. Many contain lots of sugar, fat, and often sugar alcohols. This one has 12-14 grams of protein without all the bad stuff added in. 

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With a little pre-planning it’s easier than ever to stick to your good eating habits while on the road. What you do when you get there is up to you!

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Hi I'm Deborah! I spend my days successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I've always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I've met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into. I love to keep up to date on new running & fitness trends. I definitely choose my running gear based on color and love to express my fashion sense while exercising.

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  1. Darlene Cardillo says

    08/12/2022 at 9:20 am

    Thanks for he tips.

    I usually bring protein bars, dried fruit… not sure if they are healthy ones.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/12/2022 at 12:19 pm

      whatever you are doing seems to work well for you! 🙂

  2. Coco says

    08/12/2022 at 9:31 am

    Great ideas. I’ve had yogurt confiscated by TSA but it wasn’t frozen ….

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/12/2022 at 12:20 pm

      really? I have brought yogurt a number of times. Probably just depends on who is searching your luggage. I will try it again next week and see what happens

  3. Michelle says

    08/12/2022 at 3:44 pm

    I like that yogurt hack! I often grab those Kind protein bars, but it’s nice to have other options.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/12/2022 at 6:49 pm

      yes it is always nice to have options

  4. Chocolaterunsjudy says

    08/13/2022 at 2:22 pm

    I would definitely expect unfrozen yogurt to be confiscated. I definitely always have snacks with me! But it’s been a very, very long time since I’ve flown anywhere.

    All great tips, Deborah!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/13/2022 at 4:29 pm

      I have most definitely taken yogurt on board without issue a number of times. I plan to test it out again this Friday and I will report back!

  5. Fairytales and Fitness says

    08/13/2022 at 5:10 pm

    I’ve spent a lot of time at the airport this summer and I can attest to the lack of good food there, or any depending on what time you are there!
    Good idea to freeze.the yogurt!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/14/2022 at 5:38 am

      It seems to work well!

  6. Kim G says

    08/15/2022 at 10:44 am

    Airport food is often overpriced and not that great so it’s nice to have these ideas of food you can pack for travel!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/15/2022 at 11:57 am

      Agreed! 🙂

  7. Jenn says

    08/15/2022 at 1:49 pm

    These are all great!

    Weirdly, I hate eating on planes, so I try to avoid it if I can. However, these seem small and discreet and might just work, if I ever fly again!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/15/2022 at 4:54 pm

      I hope you have a chance to try them out soon

  8. Nicole @ Foodie Loves Fitness says

    08/16/2022 at 9:48 am

    I always bring healthy snacks with me when traveling too! That first yogurt idea is clever, and I love the thought of bringing a single serve oatmeal cup along.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      08/16/2022 at 7:48 pm

      the oatmeal cups have saved me so many times!

  9. Michelle says

    06/23/2023 at 7:50 am

    Airport food options definitely leave a lot to be desired! Great suggestions!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      06/23/2023 at 8:03 am

      Hope I gave you some ideas for your upcoming travel

  10. Jenny says

    06/23/2023 at 8:28 am

    Ugh, it is SO HARD to come up with portable vegan snacks that are high in protein and low in sugar! Luckily my next trip is a road trip, so i have more options. Peanut butter, tofu and ezekial bread will be in my snack bag. I really have to come up with more options though. The Bada Bean snacks look good!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      06/23/2023 at 11:00 am

      I think you would really like the Bada beans and have you tried dried edamame?

  11. Darlene S Cardillo says

    06/23/2023 at 9:40 am

    thanks for the tips.

    Fig bars or granola bars are always in my bag.

    I love protein oatmeal cups… so easy to make in a hotel Keurig.

    I need to remember to freeze my yogurt when I fly.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      06/23/2023 at 11:01 am

      the protein oatmeal is the best for travel!

  12. Kimberly Hatting says

    06/23/2023 at 10:00 am

    Oh, I love the oatmeal idea! I was going to buy a bag of mixed nuts on my Cherry Blossom trip, and the checker leaned over and asked me if seen the bag cost $15! No, I had not seen a displayed price, so I thanked her for the heads-up, LOL. Ridiculous how pricey airport snacks are!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      06/23/2023 at 11:01 am

      So expensive! I just keep around all the go to’s so I have them when I need them

  13. Debbie says

    06/27/2023 at 4:25 pm

    Great tips – I always struggle with good protein snack options.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      06/27/2023 at 4:35 pm

      It can be a challenge for sure!

  14. Catrina says

    12/10/2024 at 9:02 am

    What a great idea with the frozen yogurt and boiled eggs!
    So much healthier than the food provided on the plane. At least you know what you get! I will definitely try that out.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      12/11/2024 at 7:51 pm

      It is one of my go to options

  15. Lisa @ Mile by Mile says

    12/11/2024 at 4:42 am

    I do alot of granola bars when I travel. That and any snacks that are kid friendly!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      12/11/2024 at 7:52 pm

      They are easy to travel with

  16. Debbie says

    12/11/2024 at 8:42 pm

    All these are great ideas. I usually bring a vegan breakfast burrito if I’m flying in the morning or a sandwich for the afternoon. Most of the stuff you can get at the airport is just junk.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      12/13/2024 at 6:52 pm

      agreed it’s better to bring your own if possible

  17. Jenn says

    12/12/2024 at 9:50 am

    All great suggestions!
    I am usually pretty bad about grabbing a snack to go, but it’s not a bad idea to add to the to-do list.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      12/13/2024 at 6:53 pm

      Yes it makes it easier for me!

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