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Slideshow: 7 Grab and Go Foods For the Busy Holiday Season

Chicken Caesar Salad Lunch Wraps

There may be no better grab and go food than the humble but endlessly versatile sandwich wrap. There are generally fewer carbs and calories than a traditional sandwich, especially if you focus on small tortillas. You can make a wrap just to your liking, store them in the fridge for up to three days, and then grab one on your way out the door. Try some of our other options, including a Gluten-Free Chicken Wrap or these colorful Roast Beef Rollups. Or just experiment! Either way, you've got a portable, pre-made meal you can take anywhere.

Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bites

These satisfying high-fiber bites make a great snack or quick breakfast, and they're one of the most popular recipes on Diabetes Food Hub. You can freeze a couple of bites in a snack-size plastic bag for a grab-and-go breakfast, too!

Baked Apple Chips

It's amazing how something so simple can be so flavorful. These tasty snacks have two ingredients, but they can be the perfect antidote to a grumbling belly while you're out Christmas shopping, running errands, or hitting the road. Like any fruit, these chips have carbohydrates, so keep servings reasonable. (Which can be easier said than done!)

Cheese and Veggie Pitas

If wraps aren't your thing, this pita sandwich recipe is quick and easy It's perfect for a crowd, and super easy to pack and take with you so you don’t have to eat out while you're on the go.

Pumpkin Apple Protein Bars

We've mentioned these bars before, but they're worth a second mention when looking at on-the-go options. Freeze these bars in individual snack size bags and grab one on your way out the door! Be sure to use canned pumpkin, as pumpkin pie filling has extra sugar added to it.

Coconut Curry Trail Mix

Few options provide instant energy better than classic trail mix. However, traditional mixes are often packed with dried fruit, chocolate, or other candies. This recipe cuts the carb and provides a surprising zing with the addition of curry. It's a great, diabetes-friendly twist on an old favorite.

Chinese Five-Spice Kale Chips

Yes, we know kale is not for everyone. But these crispy, flavorful little chips may just make a believer out of you. And for already converted kale lovers, you'll be surprised by the zing packed into this recipe. Give them a try and you may find yourself stuffing little to-go baggies full to keep you energized this busy holiday season.

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