Keep Your Energy Up With These Power Outage Meal Ideas
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Collapse ▲Being prepared isn’t just about having extra batteries; it includes having a “no-cook” pantry that keeps you fueled and comfortable. Here is how to stock up and eat well when the power goes out.
Power Outage Pantry
When building your emergency food supply, focus on nutrient-dense, shelf-stable items that don’t require heat to prepare.
- Proteins (Canned):
- Fish (Tuna, salmon, sardines, or my favorite, mackerel!)
- Canned chicken
- Canned beans (Black beans, chickpeas, black-eyed peas, white beans)
- Energy-Dense Snacks:
- Trail mix and nuts
- Protein bars
- Peanut butter (or almond/sunflower butter)
- Sides and Bases:
- Bread and crackers (Whole wheat is best)
- Applesauce
- Shelf-stable milk or milk substitutes
- Room temperature fruits and vegetables (Apples, oranges, bananas, tomatoes, bell peppers, etc.)
- Make sure you have a manual can-opener!
Food Storage
To prevent spoilage, keep your refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible.
Pro Tip: A full freezer will stay cold much longer than one that is mostly empty. You can freeze jugs of water to take up space.
| Storage Type | Safe Duration During Outage |
| Refrigerator | 4 Hours |
| Full Freezer | 48 Hours |
| Half-Full Freezer | 24 Hours |
No-Cook Meal Ideas
You can whip up these satisfying meals with only your pantry staples and a little chopping.
1. Cowboy Caviar
- Protein: Drained canned corn, black-eyed peas, and black beans
- Veggies: Chopped tomatoes, peppers, onions, avocado, and jalapeños
- Flavor: Olive oil, fresh lime juice, and taco seasoning. If you’re growing fresh herbs, toss in some cilantro too
- To Serve: Mix the ingredients together. Scoop it up with tortilla chips or stuff it into a taco shell
2. Poke-Inspired Fish
- Protein: Drained canned salmon or tuna
- Veggies: Sliced cucumber, diced avocado, and dried seaweed (I find dried seaweed in my local grocery store labeled “seaweed snacks”)
- Flavor: Soy sauce, sriracha, and sesame seeds
- Serve: Enjoy it in a taco shell, on crackers, or use cucumber slices as the base
3. Chicken or Chickpea Salad
- Protein: Drained canned chicken, chickpeas, or white beans. Chop chicken into smaller pieces. Mash chickpeas or white beans with a fork
- Flavor: Mix with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and any fresh vegetables you have on hand, like celery or green onions
- Serve: Place on whole-wheat bread for a sandwich, or eat it with your favorite crackers
