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11 Unexpectedly Healthy Foods From Buc-ee’s That Are So Tasty and Cheap

Get snacks for your road trip that will wow you with tasty and healthy options.

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Updated Dec. 16, 2025
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Buc-ee's is known for its brisket and clean bathrooms, but you might be surprised to find out there are some healthy options for you to try on your next road trip.

Check out these choices if you're trying to save money shopping for delicious food on your road trip while also sticking to being healthy.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

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Teriyaki Beef Jerky

Ali Safarov/Adobe Beef Jerky over brown paper

Price: $6.99

Buc-ee's is well known for its wall of beef jerky and there are plenty of different flavors to choose from depending on what's your favorite.

For a high-protein snack while on the road, check out the popular 4-ounce bag of Teriyaki Beef Jerky.

Cantaloupe Cup

Robert Gubbins/Adobe sliced melon cubes in glasses

Price: $4.98

Buc-ee's has some great options if you need to grab some fresh fruit that's easy to eat on the go.

Check out options like cantaloupe, which is cut up and easy to grab in a cup when you're on the road, or see what other fresh fruit options you can find at the store.

Sweet and Savory Trail Mix

Brent Hofacker/Adobe Raw Organic Homemade Trail Mix

Price: $4.49

Buc-ee's has various trail mix options, including its Sweet and Savory Trail Mix.

The mix is packed with spicy peanuts, honey-roasted sesame sticks, butter toffee peanuts, corn nuggets, and almonds, and it contains only 8% of the recommended daily sodium intake.

Chicken Caesar Salad

Michael Gray/Adobe chicken ceasar salad with white sauce

Price: $6.49

It may be a bit messy to snack on a salad while you're driving, but it's a good chance to try something more than just a typical bag of chips or nuts.

The Chicken Caesar Salad includes grilled chicken and dressing on the side, so you can decide how little or how much you want to add.

Oh Snap! Carrot Cuties

Michelle/Adobe Mini Orange Carrots on white plate

Price: $1.69

Grab some veggies to munch on like the Oh Snap! Carrot Cuties with mini carrots in a 2.25-ounce bag.

You may want to check the labels, though, as extra sodium could be added as a preservative, so be aware of that if you're worried about your sodium intake.

Dried Banana Slices

Tetiana/Adobe pile dried bananas on black background

Price: $3.98

Add some crunch to your snack plan without picking up unhealthy chips.

Instead, pick up some Dried Banana Slices that are packed with one ingredient: bananas. The bananas come in a 4-ounce bag for you to grab for the road.

Whole Roasted & Salted Cashews

Pam Walker/Adobe salted Cashew Nuts

Price: $5.98

Nuts are a healthy snack packed with protein, good fats, and fiber. They're also easy to eat while driving.

Grab some Whole Roasted and salted Cashews, which come in a 10-ounce resealable bag. You can take them with you and eat them all day.

Veggies and Ranch

Elenathewise/Adobe colorful Vegetables arranged around dip bowl

Price: $4.98

Sometimes you want a little dip to go with your carrots and other veggies, and Buc-ee's has you covered.

The store's Veggies and Ranch comes packed with sliced vegetables with a cup of Ranch on the side so you can decide how much or how little you want with your tasty snack.

Turkey Sandwich

chas53/Adobe delicious Turkey Sandwich With Tomato and Lettuce

Price: $5.99

Skip the unhealthy stop at a fast food restaurant and grab a quick lunch option with a Turkey Sandwich from Buc-ee's.

The store actually has several prepared food options that could be healthy, depending on what you're looking for.

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Buc-ee's Wasabi Coated Green Peas

Mau Horng/Adobe Wasabi Coated Green Peas

Price: $6.95

The Buc-ee's Wasabi Coated Green Peas can be a crunchy and healthy choice while on the road.

Grab a bag that's easy to eat from while you're on the road and gives you some crunch with a kick for a snack.

Buc-ee's Yogurt Pretzels

Bert Folsom/Adobe yogurt pretzels on gray marble cutting board

Price: $4.95

Add a little calcium to your snacking with the Buc-ee's Yogurt Pretzels.

The pretzels feature a salty pretzel with a creamy and tasty yogurt covering to make them a great option for sweet-and-salty fans.

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Buc-ee's has a wide variety of options that may be healthier than you think if you need to grab a bit before you head out on the highway again.

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