A Healthy Fall Trail Mix You'll Love

Today I'm sharing a recipe for a healthy fall trail mix you'll love. It's not only delicious, but packed with nutrients. This mix features walnuts, pecans, dried apples, pumpkin seeds, and golden raisins, each ingredient offering its own unique health benefits.

I love a good snack. And if it's healthy, easy to throw together, and delicious - then it's definitely for me.

This trail mix is full of nuts, seeds and dried fruit that give off all of the fall vibes. It's not only an easy-to-make, portable, and nutritious snack, you can even use it for entertaining and gift giving. You can also customize this trail mix in a million different ways.

Let's dive in. I know you'll want to whip up this healthy trail mix recipe right away!

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Trail Mix Ingredients & Their Benefits

Many people ask if trail mix is healthy for you. I think the answer is - it depends on the ingredients. As long as your mix is full of heart-healthy, nutrient-dense nuts and seeds, and without candy or other high-sugar additions, then trail mix makes a satisfying and nutritious snack.

You can customize this trail mix with any nuts, seeds, or dried fruit that you like. I chose this combination because it felt fall-inspired. The nuts and seeds are chock-full of nutrition, will help you to stay full longer, and will help to keep blood sugar stable. The dried fruit adds a sweetness and tang.

Walnuts

Walnuts are a nutritional powerhouse, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health. They also contain antioxidants, which help fight inflammation and support heart health. The healthy fats in walnuts can keep you feeling full and energized during your fall adventures.

Pecans

Pecans also pack in nutrients, fiber, healthy fat and protein. Pecans are loaded with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc. These nutrients support immune function, making pecans a great addition to your diet as the weather cools and cold season approaches. The fiber in pecans aids digestion and helps maintain steady blood sugar levels, which is important for sustained energy. Pecans also have a sweetness that just shouts fall.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds are a great source of antioxidants, are rich in fiber, and they have anti-inflammatory properties. They have high levels of manganese, vitamin K, iron, and zinc, among other nutrients. Pumpkin seeds also contain tryptophan, which is an amino acid that promotes sleep. Bedtime snack perhaps??

Dried Apples

Dried apples give this trail mix a burst of fruity, fall flavor. Apples provide a good dose of vitamin C, an antioxidant that boosts the immune system and promotes skin health. I kept the amount of dried apples in this trail mix small to keep it blood sugar friendly. Though you should always try to purchase dried fruit without any added sugar, they are full of natural sugar and the drying process tends to concentrate that sugar. Just a quarter to a half cup or so is perfect.

Golden Raisins

Any raisin works for this trail mix, but I like the sweetness of the golden raisins. They are rich in fiber, iron and potassium. Like dried apples, I always buy raisins with no added sugar and I keep the portion size on the small side in comparison to the nuts and seeds.

How To Make This Fall Trail Mix

Creating this trail mix is as simple as combining your ingredients and storing them in an airtight container. Here's a quick recipe:

Use about a cup each of walnuts and pecans, a half cup of pumpkin seeds, and about 1/4 -1/2 cup each of dried apples and golden raisins. Put it all in a bowl and stir it up.

I store mine in a jar, as pictured above, for easy access. Any airtight container will work.

You can customize with other add-ins like: dried cranberries, dried apricots, almonds, cashews, or mini chocolate chips.

Ways to Use This Healthy Trail Mix

This trail mix is so versatile. You can use it for:

Mid-morning or afternoon snacks.

On-the-go snacks for travel.

A post-workout snack.

A movie night.

An appetizer for a fall gathering or party - think football games or even Thanksgiving.

Party favor for a fall gathering. Make some little bags or small jars for guests to take home.

A gift for family, friends or neighbors. Just fill up a mason jar with trail mix, throw a ribbon around the top, and it's a really easy, healthy, cost-effective gift that anyone would enjoy.

Conclusion

This healthy fall trail mix is more than just a snack—it's a nourishing blend of ingredients that support your health while satisfying your taste buds. By incorporating walnuts, pecans, dried apples, pumpkin seeds, and golden raisins into your diet, you're fueling your body with essential nutrients that will keep you energized as you enjoy all the beauty that fall has to offer.

I hope you'll give this healthy fall trail mix a try, and let me know what you think!

For more healthy snack ideas, check out my favorite blood sugar friendly snacks and the best gluten free snacks.

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