Road Trip Snack Platter

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This vibrant snack assortment combines fresh baby carrots, cherry tomatoes, seedless grapes, and crisp apple slices paired with cubed cheddar and optional sliced turkey. Complemented by crunchy pretzel sticks, mixed nuts, and whole-grain crackers, plus sweet dried apricots and dark chocolate squares, it offers a satisfying variety of flavors and textures. Perfectly packed for easy sharing and refreshing energy during travel, this platter can be customized with plant-based options or additional dips to suit personal preferences.

Updated on Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:46:00 GMT
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A vibrant and satisfying assortment of snacks perfect for enjoying on a road trip. Balanced for energy, flavor, and easy sharing, this platter keeps everyone happy and fueled while traveling.

This platter makes road trips more enjoyable by keeping snacks delicious and portable.

Ingredients

  • Fresh Produce: 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup seedless grapes, 1 apple sliced, 1 cup cucumber slices
  • Proteins & Dairy: 100 g cheddar cheese cubed, 100 g sliced turkey or chicken breast optional, 1/2 cup hummus
  • Crunchy Snacks: 1 cup pretzel sticks, 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts), 1 cup whole-grain crackers
  • Sweet Treats: 1/2 cup dried apricots, 1/2 cup dark chocolate squares

Instructions

Step 1:
Wash and prepare all fresh produce slice apples and cucumbers
Step 2:
Arrange the cheese cubes turkey or chicken slices if using and hummus in small containers or sections of a large food-safe tray
Step 3:
Fill separate compartments or small containers with pretzels mixed nuts and crackers to prevent sogginess
Step 4:
Add the grapes cherry tomatoes carrots apple slices and cucumber slices to the tray
Step 5:
Place dried apricots and dark chocolate squares in small resealable bags for easy sharing and portion control
Step 6:
Pack everything securely in a cooler bag or insulated container keeping perishable items chilled
Step 7:
Serve directly from the tray or distribute into individual snack boxes for easy mess-free eating on the road
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We love sharing this platter as a fun way to connect on our family road trips.

Notes

Add small containers of dip (e.g. tzatziki salsa) for extra flavor. Pair with sparkling water iced tea or light white wine if not driving.

Required Tools

Large food-safe tray or bento snack boxes. Small containers with lids. Paring knife. Cooler bag or insulated container.

Allergen Information

Contains dairy (cheese) nuts and gluten (crackers pretzels). May contain soy depending on hummus or crackers. Always check product labels for potential allergens and cross-contamination.

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Enjoy a delicious Road Trip Snack Platter complete with crunchy pretzels, fresh fruit, and tasty hummus dip to share! | meadowplate.com

This snack platter is the perfect easy addition to any travel adventure.

Road Trip Snack Platter

A balanced mix of fresh fruits, cheeses, nuts, and crunchy bites for sharing on the road.

Prep Duration
15 minutes
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Overall Time
15 minutes
Recipe by Ella Whitcombe


How Tough Easy

Cuisine International

Serves 4 Portions

Diet Preferences Meatless

What You Need

Fresh Produce

01 1 cup baby carrots
02 1 cup cherry tomatoes
03 1 cup seedless grapes
04 1 apple, sliced
05 1 cup cucumber slices

Proteins & Dairy

01 3.5 oz cheddar cheese, cubed
02 3.5 oz sliced turkey or chicken breast (optional)
03 1/2 cup hummus

Crunchy Snacks

01 1 cup pretzel sticks
02 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, walnuts)
03 1 cup whole-grain crackers

Sweet Treats

01 1/2 cup dried apricots
02 1/2 cup dark chocolate squares

How To Make

Step 01

Prepare Fresh Produce: Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Slice apples and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.

Step 02

Arrange Proteins and Dairy: Place the cheddar cheese cubes, sliced turkey or chicken breast if using, and hummus into small containers or distinct sections of a larger serving tray.

Step 03

Portion Crunchy Snacks: Distribute pretzel sticks, mixed nuts, and whole-grain crackers into separate compartments or small containers to maintain texture.

Step 04

Add Fresh Produce to Platter: Arrange grapes, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, apple slices, and cucumber slices attractively on the tray.

Step 05

Package Sweet Treats: Place dried apricots and dark chocolate squares into small resealable bags for easy sharing and portion control.

Step 06

Secure and Chill: Pack all components securely into a cooler bag or insulated container, ensuring perishable items remain chilled during transport.

Step 07

Serve: Serve directly from the platter or transfer into individual snack boxes to provide convenient, mess-free portions while traveling.

Tools Needed

  • Large food-safe tray or bento/snack boxes
  • Small containers with lids
  • Paring knife
  • Cooler bag or insulated container

Allergy Details

Review each item for allergens, and reach out to a medical professional if you're unsure.
  • Contains dairy (cheese), nuts, and gluten (crackers, pretzels). May contain soy depending on hummus or crackers.

Nutrition Info (each serving)

Details are meant for general information, not for medical purposes.
  • Energy: 380
  • Fats: 17 g
  • Carbohydrates: 42 g
  • Proteins: 13 g