Are you hanging out at the pool everyday like we are? We are loving the pool and beach days. However, one thing that is driving me crazy are the snacks and foods we bring and eat while we are at the pool. Sometimes I feel like we are only eating junk food. Other times I feel like I didn’t bring enough treats! I’ve come up with a good list of items to bring to the pool that will keep you both filled with healthy foods and give you a little treat too. You might want to consider grabbing a cooler bag to bring along.
Healthy-ish Snack Items:
Fresh fruits: watermelon, oranges, cantaloupe, apple slices, pineapple, pears, peaches, nectarine, cherries, any type of berry or even frozen grapes. (I always have fruit every time we go- so many to choose from)
Trail Mix: Make your own with items your kids will eat, or buy them pre-made at the store
Granola Bars
Edamame
Veggies: carrots, cucumbers, broccoli, snap peas, celery (bring dips like Ranch if your kids will more likely eat it)
Nuts- my kids love pistachios
Crackers- put toppings on it like peanut butter, hummus, or other dips
Beef Jerky
Variety pack of chips
More Filling Items
Celery with peanut butter (just grab a jar of PB and a plastic knife and bring it to make at your pool)
Hummus and crackers (most stores have individual size hummus options)
Sandwiches- Make them ahead of time or go to the store and grab uncrustables, or pre-made wraps. My kids love uncrustables and they are super easy to grab and go!
Muffins- either homemade or store bought.
Lunchables- or just bring some meat and cheese and crackers and make your own
Treats
Fruit Snacks
Otter Pops (if you are bringing a cooler)
Nutella on the go!
Rice Krispie treats
Popped Popcorn
Chex mix
Oreos or other cookies
Favorite homemade cookies or treats
Candy- would a pool party be complete without Twizzlers or Red Vines?? Just remember what you buy, the kids will eat. So go sparingly on candy. You can just do this a few times this summer and have it as a surprise.
