Cooler-Friendly Snack Ideas For The Beach

Are you hitting the beach this weekend? Do you need help with what to pack in the cooler? Here are some delicious ideas for tossing into the cooler that are perfect for those long, hot beach weekends.  

Italian Pinwheel Roll-Ups 

These Italian Pinwheel Roll-Ups are simple and super refreshing. They also pack a protein punch, making them a versatile and perfect beach cooler snack for everyone. 

Start with a large burrito-sized tortilla. You can choose plain regular flour tortillas or swap them for sun-dried tomato or spinach varieties. Lay the tortilla flat and smear on some room-temperature cream cheese. Sprinkle with some Italian seasonings. 

Layer on the meats—use pepperoni and hard salami, followed by sliced onion, diced tomato, and shredded lettuce. Roll up the tortilla and cut it into 1-inch slices. Place in an airtight container and serve with some freshly cut watermelon!  

Protein/Energy Balls   

Energy balls are the perfect quick snack that can be easily tossed into the cooler and are even okay if they get a bit warm!   

Begin by adding two cups of rolled oats to a large mixing bowl. Then, add two tablespoons of flaxseeds, half a cup of chocolate chips, half a cup of peanut butter (or almond butter), a quarter cup of honey, and a splash of vanilla extract.   

Roll the mixture into bite-sized bites, let it sit in the cooler to set, and then devour. These taste like oatmeal and chocolate chip cookies without the crazy amount of butter and added sugars. 

Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers 

Simple yet delicious. All you need is a bag of mini sweet peppers, a container of whipped cream cheese, and everything but the bagel seasoning mix.   

Begin by chopping off the tops of the peppers, slicing them in half, removing the seeds, and giving them a good wash. Pat dry with a paper towel.   

Next, fill the pepper with the whipped cream cheese and top with a sprinkling of everything but the bagel seasoning. You now have a healthy, satisfying snack perfect for the beach cooler.  

Antipasto Skewers 

This savory combination is perfect for a quick bite. Plus, they are guaranteed sand-free since they are on a stick and ready to eat!   

Using 6-inch party skewers, layer sliced salmi folded into a triangle, mozzarella pearls, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, and artichoke hearts. Drizzle with a good quality balsamic glaze and a touch of salt and pepper to taste! 

All you need to do is toss the mixture into an airtight container and pack it into the cooler. The more you toss them, the better! This will allow the balsamic glaze and seasonings to coat everything perfectly.  

Wrapping Up The Best Cooler-Friendly Snacks For The Beach  

There you have it! Four delicious and simple ideas for what to pack in the cooler for your weekend beach trip! Make this ahead of time, grab the cooler, and go. Just don’t forget the sunscreen!