in the kitchen with brandi
By Brandi Givens , RD
Packable Pickleball Snacks
You ’ ve been drilling daily to perfect those crosscourt dinks and roll volleys , but no matter how hard you try , you can ’ t break into that advanced pickleball group . Hey , pssst ! There may be a backhanded way to level up . Win them over with snacks !
Sharing food has been a universal act of human camaraderie since the beginning of time . By becoming the known snack-king of the court , you ’ ll soon be coveted by every clubmate . Better yet , show them you care by bringing healthier , homemade choices . Here are some ideas to try .
Throw it in the Bag
These are simple snack ideas that you can make ahead of time and toss into that swag bag you scored at the last tournament . Go the extra hygienic step and pack individual servings in zip-top baggies for your pickle-pals .
• Trail mix – Make your own nutritious concoction by combining your choice of nuts , seeds , dried fruit , and dark chocolate chunks .
• Popcorn – It takes just a few minutes to pop your own on the stovetop before you scoot to the court .