Vegan travel hacks and DIY snacks for long flights and bus rides
Long journeys can be a nightmare for vegans. Traveling can make it difficult to find vegan options and sometimes the little vegan options available are not palatable. That’s why it’s best to carry your own vegan snacks and meals, just to be safe. In this blog, we’ll take a look at some vegan travel hacks and DIY snacks for long flights and bus rides.
Vegan Travel Hacks
Research ahead
Before embarking on your journey, spend some time researching vegan-friendly restaurants in your destination. You can also check if the airlines and bus companies offer vegan meals – most of them these days do! Planning this ahead will give you enough information and time to pack for and make your own vegan snacks and meals.
Get ready with your own vegan meals and snacks
Packing your own vegan meals and snacks ahead of time can save you a lot of trouble of finding vegan snacks at the terminal or roadside stops. When packing your meals make sure to pack them in leak-proof containers to avoid spilling in your bags. Also, avoid carrying any liquid meals, there might be chances that it won’t be allowed through security points.
Share with your fellow passengers and travelers
If you’re traveling with other passengers, let them know that you’re vegan and share your snacks with them. This is a great way to introduce non-vegans to vegan snacks and empower them to switch foods while traveling. You can bring dry snacks like nuts, granola bars, and crackers to share.
Bring a reusable water bottle
Carrying a reusable water bottle that can be refilled with water or juice when necessary, will help you avoid buying plastic bottles of water.
DIY Vegan Snacks for Long Flights and Bus Rides
1. Kale Chips
There’s never a list of vegan snacks without mentioning kale chips. Kale is a nutrient-rich green leafy vegetable that pairs so well with chips. Kale chips are very easy to make, preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and arrange kale leaves in a baking sheet then sprinkle with salt, garlic powder and a little bit of olive oil. Bake them for 10-15 minutes or until crispy.
2. Roasted Chickpeas
Roasted Chickpeas are a great source of protein and fiber. They are not only filling but also easy to make. Preheat your oven at 375°F (190°C), and rinse and dry the chickpeas. Season with salt, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder and place them in the oven for 20-30 minutes or until crispy.
3. Potato Chips (with Cashew Cheese Dip)
Potato chips are an easy snack to pack, and with a cashew cheese dip, it enhances the taste. Cashew cheese dip is effortless to make, just blend soaked cashews, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic, salt and water For the potato chips, slice the potatoes thinly, and fry them in olive oil until crispy.
4. Hummus with Cut Vegetables and Pita Bread
Hummus is a great snack dip that pairs well with fresh vegetables and pita bread. Hummus can easily be made by blending chickpeas, lemon juice, olive oil, tahini paste, garlic, salt, and cumin in a blender. Make sure to store the hummus in a leak-proof container.
5. Energy Balls
Energy Balls are the easiest snack to make. They are made by blending dates, nuts and any dried fruits in a food processor and rolling them into balls. Energy balls are perfect for that long journey as they are filling and energy boosting.
In conclusion, traveling as a vegan can be a daunting task, but by carrying your own vegan snacks and meals, researching ahead, and sharing, will make the journey much easier. These vegan snacks are a great way to keep yourself energized and full for long flights and bus rides.
