As you prepare for summer days on the water ahead, you may be wondering what are the best onboard snacking options. Being on a boat can feel like a culinary restriction, but we’ve come up with quite a few treats that will keep the fun going while providing the nutrition you need for a day in the sun.
The following snack ideas are easy to pack, don’t leave a mess, don’t require tons of prep and most importantly, will satisfy your hunger as you enjoy the boat life. Take a look at our following recommendations to add to your snacking arsenal for this summer boating season!
Chips & Salsa
An absolute staple, chips and salsa are one of the most satisfying and easy snacks to bring aboard. Simply pick up your favorite bag of tortilla chips and chill a large jar of salsa in your cooler. When snacking time comes, take out a paper bowl or dish and serve up some refreshing salsa. You and your boating companions will be satisfied by the both filling and refreshing snack. Just be sure to bring along a trash bag for when you’re done with the salsa bowl in order to avoid any salsa stains!
Fresh Fruit
You cannot go wrong with fresh fruit for a boat day. Watermelon, blueberries, cut-up pineapple, apples and more provide you and your family with hydration and satisfying nutrition. Those hot summer days call for chilled tropical fruit that’s easy to eat with your hands. With so little prep and clean-up required, fresh fruit is the perfect summertime snack aboard your vessel.
Bite-Sized Energy Balls
For non-stop boating fun, experiment with making bite-sized energy balls. With so many different types to try, these little protein bites are great at sustaining hunger and provide nutritious benefits that keep you going all summer long. These delicious balls of goodness can be made with a variety of ingredients including nut butters, dates, cacao powder, oatmeal, dried fruit and more. They are hassle-free in an air-tight container and the perfect snack to slide into the boat cooler.
Cooler Corn on the Cob
Another great and healthy snack to keep in the cooler is corn on the cob! You may be wondering how this will work without a grill onboard, but no need to fret. This delicious snack just requires a little innovation and a cooler box. Simply fill a small cooler with boiling water, throw as many cobs as you’d like in and let them cook. That’s it! By the time the hunger hits your crowd, these yellow cobs will be perfectly cooked for consumption. Just bring along some spray butter to enhance the flavor.
Pasta Salad
For a filling and packable lunch, try making cold pasta salad. Here is where pasta meets veggie meets dressing meets flavor! The night before your boat trip, boil up some pasta and add it to a bowl with the veggies of your choosing. Cherry tomatoes, olives, various peppers, red onion, bOAchopped spinach and more are great additions for a nutritious meal. Add in an oily dressing of your choice (we like Italian), sprinkle some garlic salt and pepper, and voila! Just chill your pasta salad in the fridge overnight and pack it in the cooler in the morning for the perfect summer day lunch.
Peanut Butter & Jelly
For all the picky eaters in the group, you just can’t go wrong with a good ol’ peanut butter and jelly sandwich. These guys are so simple to whip up the morning before heading out on the water, plus they are super filling. Choose your favorite type of bread to spread with creamy peanut butter and sweet jelly. This fool-proof lunch is no fuss and slides easily into a lunchbox or cooler.
Frozen Grapes
For those hot, summer days there is nothing like a cold and refreshing snack. Frozen grapes are ideal and a little goes a long way. Freeze your grapes in a freezer bag the night before your boat ride and add them to a well-insulated cooler in the morning. This is a great boat snack to indulge in throughout the day, plus they’ll help keep all the other treats in your cooler cold.
We hope today’s blog gave you some delicious ideas for your next summer boating day. If you’re dreaming of summer days on the water and are looking for your next family vessel, we’re here to help. South Florida Yachts is one of the mainstays of the Florida boating industry and we have been based in the South Florida region for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on our personalized customer service and are one of the top Robalo dealers in Florida.
We would be thrilled to assist to you in finding the right vessel for you and your family. Simply stop by one of our three convenient locations or contact us today for more information. Happy boating!
