Breastfeeding Friendly Pineapple Lime Trail Mix
Snacking while nursing can feel like a constant scramble for something that's actually satisfying and nourishing, and this trail mix delivers on both fronts. Almonds, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds are all dense with healthy fats, protein, and minerals that support a breastfeeding body through long days and longer nights. A quick toss in maple syrup, coconut oil, and bright lime zest before a short oven roast transforms those raw ingredients into something genuinely craveable — sweet, tangy, and just a little toasty. The dried pineapple adds chewy bursts of tropical sweetness that make this feel more like a treat than a snack you're eating out of obligation. A pinch of cayenne is completely optional, so you can keep it mild if you're watching spice intake or lean into the heat if you're craving something with a little kick. It comes together with minimal effort and stores well in an airtight container, which means you can make a batch ahead and grab a handful whenever hunger strikes between feeds.
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8 servings
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw walnut halves
- ½ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- ½ cup unsweetened dried pineapple, cut into ½-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp lime zest (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Spread the almonds, walnuts, and pumpkin seeds in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, lime juice, lime zest, salt, and cayenne, if using.
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