Vegan Trail Mix – Sweet And Salty
Ligia Lugo
Published:
June 30, 2022
Last Modified:
May 9, 2024
This Arizona Trail Mix recipe is an abundant variety of nuts, seeds and fruit. Snack, road trip and trail ready it will keep you going for a long time.
Trail mix wasn’t invented until the late 1960s. GORP, also known as Good Old Raisins and Peanuts, also showed up around that time. The 60s were a free and happy time, and healthier eating habits were coming into vogue. There was no turning back, and by the 1970’s you could find trail mix in specialty stores. It was expensive, but you could find it.
Slowly trail mixes grew in popularity and made it to the mainstream, but it wasn’t for over 20 years that people started making their own. The internet helped with recipes popping up all over the place. Also, you can find any nut, seed, and dried fruit you can think of at your fingertips.
Today I am sharing my tried and true mix that has been in our household repertoire for many years.
Pepitas are a new addition and they really add a lot to the texture and flavor. High in protein too. In fact, this whole mix is high protein.
Take a few minutes out of your day, a very few minutes, and you will have a healthy snack that you can easily take with you on any outing.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Trail Mix Recipe
Great On The Go- This mix is perfect for taking on hikes, camping trips, or long car rides.
Better Than Store-Bought- Made with all-natural fresh ingredients, a tastier alternative to store-bought.
Easy To Make- This trail mix comes together in minutes with just a few simple steps.
Equipment Needed To Make Homemade Trail Mix
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Large Stirring Spoon
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients For Arizona Trail Mix
- Sunflower Seeds
- Pepitas
- Peanuts
- Almonds
- Cashews
- Spanish Peanuts
- Raisins
- Coconut Oil
- Sea Salt
How To Make This Sweet And Salty Arizona Trail Mix
Trail mix may be one of the easiest things you can make. Simply add all of the ingredients into your large mixing bowl. That’s it! Enjoy as desired.
Note: These measurements do not have to be exact. If you would like more of one seed or nut than another, the trail mix will still be excellent.
What to Serve/Pair With Trail Mix
The options are endless, with so many different ways to enjoy this sweet and salty Arizona trail mix! This recipe is perfect for on-the-go healthy snacks, packed lunches, or even as a dessert. Get creative and enjoy!
This particular trail mix would go well with:
- Yogurt
- Fruit
- Cereal
- Oatmeal
- Baked Goods
Popular Substitutions & Additions
Nuts- You can use any type of nut in this recipe. Pistachios, macadamia, walnuts, slivered almonds, whole almonds, or Brazil nuts would all be delicious options.
Seeds- Pumpkin seeds, chia, and flax seeds are all great additions to this vegan trail mix.
Dried Fruits- Cranberries, cherries, and apricots would all be great in this vegan trail mix.
Chocolate Chips- Adding vegan chocolate chips would be a great addition to this trail mix.
Coconut- Raw or toasted coconut flakes would both make this trail mix extra tasty.
As you can see, there are endless possibilities when it comes to this sweet and salty Arizona trail mix recipe.
How To Reheat & Store Vegan Trail Mix
What Is The Best Way To Store Trail Mix?
The best way to store trail mix is in an airtight container or jar with a lid. Storing your vegan trail mix in a sealed container will help to keep the nuts and seeds from going bad.
How Long Will Vegan Trail Mix Last In The Fridge?
While it isn’t necessary to store trail mix in the refrigerator, it will help keep it fresh for a more extended time. If stored properly, it will last in the fridge for up to 2 1/2 weeks or 2 weeks at room temperature.
Can I Freeze This Arizona Vegan Trail Mix?
Yes! You can freeze trail mix for up to 3 months. Be sure to use an an airtight container or freezer bag. When you are ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the fridge.
Vegan Trail Mix
Ingredients
- 1 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 cup pepitas
- 1 cup peanuts
- 3/4 cup almonds
- 3/4 cup cashews
- 3/4 cup Spanish peanuts
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- These measurements do not have to be exact. If you would like more of one seed or nut than another then it will still work perfectly.
- You can use raw nuts or roasted or a mix of both.
- In a large bowl add all of the ingredients.
- Mix well and store
