Breakfast, lunch and dinner on the mountain: simple recipes and ideas

When you're out on a mountain hike, you need meals that are both nutritious and easy to prepare. At the same time, it is important to think about sustainability and to use ingredients that are easily available and suit Swedish taste preferences. In this blog post, we share simple recipes and ideas for breakfast, lunch and dinner that will give you energy to cope with long days on the mountain. Everything is lightweight, durable and quick to prepare – perfect for nature lovers on the go.

1. Breakfast: start the day with energy

A good breakfast gives you a strong start to the day. Here are some light and filling breakfasts that last a long time and are easy to pack:

• Oatmeal with dried berries and seeds:

  • Ingredients: Oatmeal, dried blueberries or lingonberries, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, sugar or honey, powdered milk.
  • Preparation: Boil water and add oatmeal. Stir in dried berries and seeds. Season with cinnamon and honey.
  • Tip: Prepare the ingredients in portioned bags before you head out for a quick and easy breakfast. Oatmeal is easy to carry and provides long-lasting energy.

• Flat bread with mess butter and cheese:

  • Ingredients: Thin bread, mess butter, sliced ​​hard cheese (e.g. Prästost or Västerbottenost).
  • Preparation: Spread mess butter on the flatbread and top with sliced ​​cheese. Roll up and enjoy!
  • Tip: Flatbread is durable and takes up little space. It stays on well without getting dry, making it perfect for hiking.

2. Lunch: quick and nutritious meals

During lunch you want something quick and energizing, without having to stay too long. Here are some ideas that are both practical and tasty:

• Crispbread with mackerel in tomato sauce:

  • Ingredients: Cracked bread, tinned mackerel in tomato sauce, possibly some chopped onion or cucumber.
  • Preparation: Put mackerel on the crisp bread and top with onion or cucumber if you have it with you.
  • Tip: Mackerel in tomato sauce is rich in omega-3 and protein, and the preserves last a long time without refrigeration. Cracked bread is easy to carry and does not break easily.

• Couscous with dried vegetables and feta cheese:

  • Ingredients: Couscous, dried vegetables (eg peppers, zucchini), feta cheese (packaged), olive oil.
  • Preparation: Pour hot water over the couscous and let stand for a few minutes. Add dried vegetables, crumbled feta cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
  • Tip: Couscous is easy to prepare and only requires hot water. It is also lightweight and durable.

3. Dinner: warming and filling dishes after a long day

After a day on the mountain, a warm and filling dinner is just what you need. Here are some viable options:

• Freeze-dried stew with game and root vegetables:

  • Ingredients: A portion of freeze-dried stew with game (e.g. moose or reindeer) and root vegetables.
  • Preparation: Add boiling water directly to the bag, wait 10 minutes and eat immediately.
  • Tip: For extra flavor, you can add some grated aged cheese or a splash of olive oil that you keep in a small bottle.

• Quick rice with dried chanterelles and smoked reindeer meat:

  • Ingredients: Instant rice, dried chanterelles, smoked reindeer meat (packaged), spices.
  • Preparation: Boil the rice and add the chanterelles and reindeer meat. Season with spices to taste.
  • Tip: Dried chanterelles are light and durable, and the reindeer meat gives an authentic taste of the mountains.

4. Extras: snacks and drinks for the hike

In addition to the main meals, it is good to have snacks with you for extra energy. Here are some Swedish favourites:

• Nut mixture with dried lingonberries: Easy to have on hand during the hike.
• Hard bread with tube cheese: A classic Swedish snack that lasts a long time.
• Tea or instant coffee: For a hot drink when the temperature drops. Pack with local honey for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

Eating well on the mountain doesn't have to be complicated. With a little planning, you can enjoy filling and nutritious meals that will give you energy for the day. Pack lightly, choose the right ingredients and prepare the food easily - so you can focus on enjoying nature. With these tips you are ready for your next mountain hike!