When packing your suitcase or backpack for an exciting trip, you will certainly think about suitable travel meals. This becomes even more important if you are traveling with family and driving your own car, especially if you have a child or an elderly person with you. In such cases, paying attention to healthy and nutritious food is essential.
The type of food you enjoy most on a trip should not be the only factor in choosing your meals. Below, we have listed some key characteristics of suitable travel foods. Please keep these in mind:
These meals should be made with fresh ingredients to maintain their quality throughout the journey.
It is best if the food is not too watery or runny to prevent spills while the vehicle is moving.
If there is no access to a picnic stove or heating device, the food should be edible even when cold.
Avoid overly greasy or oily foods to prevent staining clothes and other belongings.
In hot weather, avoid perishable ingredients that spoil quickly.
Travel meals should include fruits, vegetables, or healthy drinks to keep you refreshed and hydrated.
Avoid overly fried or crispy foods to prevent throat irritation or discomfort while traveling.
If the food contains meat products, choose nitrate-free options with a high percentage of beneficial nutrients.
For convenience, travel-friendly meals should be bite-sized or packaged so they can be eaten without plates or utensils.
If you are bringing canned food, check the expiration date and ensure it has a long shelf life.
Salad Olivier is usually the first choice for a one-day trip. Many Iranians prefer this simple and popular dish for picnics or short journeys, serving it as a sandwich.
Its readily available ingredients, high satiety level, and quick preparation make it a top travel meal. However, keep in mind that this dish is highly perishable and should be stored in a cooler or next to ice packs and consumed as soon as possible.
Eggs are not just a delicious breakfast; they can also be warmed over a fire for an exciting meal. Prepare your egg sandwich however you like and freeze it. Wrap it in foil to make reheating easier and prevent spoilage. Once you arrive at your destination, place it over the fire for a warm and satisfying meal.
Many of us have fond memories of our mothers preparing simple yet incredibly tasty frittatas for trips. These frittatas, usually herb-based or potato-based, are both nutritious and delicious, often tasting even better when eaten cold during a journey.
However, since eggs are a key ingredient in frittatas, reheating them in hot summer weather may release an unpleasant smell. To prevent this, use some flour to bind the mixture and reduce the number of eggs.
People from southern Iran love to joke that their city is like "Little Brazil" due to their fondness for falafel. This easy-to-make travel food is prepared with chickpeas, onions, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, spices, coriander seeds, and optionally, a bit of cumin.
Falafel is one of the easiest travel foods. Simply prepare the mixture ahead of time and freeze it. Before your trip, defrost it for about two hours, fry it, and serve with pickles, tomatoes, fresh herbs, chopped onions, and baguette bread.
Cutlets are a classic travel food that we have all snuck a bite of while they were frying, only to be scolded! There's something special about a freshly fried, crispy cutlet.
This simple yet beloved Iranian dish is easy to prepare, consisting of mashed potatoes, ground meat, onions, eggs, salt, and spices. It is a staple of Iranian picnics, often served with sangak, lavash, or baguette bread, alongside fresh herbs, a cold drink, and Shirazi salad. Cutlets truly win the "golden heart" award for the best travel food!
Many of us have enjoyed a chicken sandwich at least once in childhood, but this time, we will prepare it with a unique twist! This Japanese-inspired travel meal involves boiling and grinding chicken, then mixing it with salt, pepper, milk, and a bit of mayonnaise.
Spread the chicken mixture between slices of toast and cut them into small portions. This is a nutritious and easy-to-make meal that requires little effort. For an even better taste, lightly grill the sandwiches after assembling them.
In this article, we introduced some nutritious and convenient travel-friendly meals. We invite you, dear readers, to share your experiences and tips on cooking for trips and choosing the best travel meals with us and other Saed News users!
