Start Your Engines

July 8, 2023

It’s finally summer, which means many families are hitting the road. Whether you’re taking a day trip to the beach, heading out on a long road trip, or joining Hy-Vee at the INDYCAR Race Weekend in Newton, Iowa, it’s important to fuel your adventure with nutrient-dense foods. Here are Hy-Vee dietitians’ top three tips for packing a variety of snacks and drinks to help make travel a breeze.

Need more ideas for fueling your summer? Consider working with a Hy-Vee dietitian. Our new Healthy You Subscription is a monthly subscription program where you will have access to a Hy-Vee dietitian, including two 30-minute consultations per month, as well as access to virtual Hy-Vee classes such as freezer meal workshops and Short & Sweat fitness videos, plus free registration in Healthy You Challenges and much more! Ready to start your health and wellness engine? Reach out to a Hy-Vee dietitian today.

Make a batch of these nutrient-packed energy balls for your next road trip.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chip Energy BallsServes 25

All You Need:1½ cups Hy-Vee quick oats1½ cups Hy-Vee creamy peanut butter½ cup Performance Inspired whey vanilla bean protein powder½ cup Hy-Vee semisweet chocolate baking chips¼ cup Hy-Vee honeyPinch of salt

All you do:

Recipe source: https://www.hy-vee.com/recipes-ideas/recipes/peanut-butter-and-chocolate-chip-energy-balls. The information is not intended as medical advice. Please consult a medical professional for individual advice.