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Thebest healthy snacksserve two purposes: they should be delicious and nourishing.
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These snacks are quick to prepare and designed to keep you satisfied and energized throughout the day.
Veggie Chips
Ditch the regular potato chips for some healthier veggie chips instead.
Get our recipe forRanch-Flavored Air Fryer Veggie Chips.
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These healthy fats in the peanutscan help you feel more satiateduntil your next meal.
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Get our recipe forSweet Potato Toasts.
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Smoothie
Smoothies are a great healthy snack for those who need to take something on the go.
This snack provides 14 grams of protein and 7 grams of fiber to help keep you full.
Get our recipe forRaspberry-Peach Swirled Smoothies.
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Eating high-fiber snacks can help keep you full andimprove your digestive health.
Get our recipe forAn Easy, Healthy Acai Bowl.
Get our recipe forChef’s Salad-Style Eggs on a Stick.
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Get our recipe forPaleo Blackberry Cashew Chia Pudding.
Get our recipe for5-Ingredient, Restaurant-Quality Salsa.
Get our recipe forSpinach Artichoke Dip.
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Research shows that snacking on protein-rich foods can help increase your satiety andpromote appetite control.
Get our recipe forBlueberry Protein Muffins.
This combination offiber,protein, andhealthy fatsis the trifecta of a filling snack.
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Avocado Crackers
Layer amultigrain crackerwith an avocado.
you might also add a 1/4-inch thick slice of plum or romano tomato.
Then sprinkle with salt and pepper, or your favorite seasoning.
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Eating this fruit with some multigrain crackers will add even more fiber to your snack.
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Simply divide up your portioned servings of hummus and dip your favorite vegetables (like celery and carrots).
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A two-tablespoonserving of hummuswill give you a few grams of protein and healthy fatsall for only 70 calories!
Thecarrotsandcelerywill addpowerful antioxidantsand keep the calorie count low.
Get our recipe forFruit and Granola Yogurt Parfait.
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Energy Bites
These are called energy bites for a reason.
Get the recipe forCarrot Cake Energy Bites.
Get our recipe forKeto Macadamia Nut and Pepita Trail Mix.
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Get our recipe forHealthy Tuna Veggie Melts.
Get our recipe forChocolate Dipped Bananas.
Because the nutrition is so similar for both, it comes down to the flavors you like the best!
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These ingredients can provide you with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
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Fruit and Nuts
Snacking doesn’t have to be a big, fancy thing.
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Jerky isn’t just a gas station snack anymore.
Together, all of these ingredients can come together to form a deliciously filling snack.
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Olives & Cheese
Snack like the Spaniards.
For ahigh-protein, low-carb snack, pair olives with hard cheese.
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To enjoy it on the sweet side, slice up an apple or grab your favorite berries.
Drizzle some honey and sprinkle somewalnutsorchia seedsfor extra fiber.
Chop up cucumbers, tomatoes, black olives, onion, and feta.
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Sprinkle some olive oil and lemon juice to lightly coat the veggies.
Addingolive oilcan provide filling and healthy fats (4.5 grams per teaspoon).
Feel free to add some cinnamon to fancy things up.
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Add olive oil, garlic salt, and lemon juice until blended, then pour over olive mash.
Serve over grain-based crackers and enjoy.
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Combined, these nutrientshelp keep you fullthroughout the day.
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Get our recipe forEasy Grilled Ratatouille.
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Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve either with chips or as a side dish on its own.
A fiber-rich, protein-packed snack made with fresh ingredientswhat else could we ask for?
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To enjoy your edamame, just boil a few cups of frozen edamame until tender.
Drain and toss with a light coating of sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and kosher salt.
We’ve got you covered, and this one is a healthy snack full of nutrients.
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For starters, thebrie cheeseprovides 6 grams of protein, which can help keep you full.
Theappleprovides around 2-3 grams of fiber, another nutrient known to help fill you up after eating.
And for healthy fats to improve satiety, thewalnutsalso provide 18 grams.
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Get our recipe forCheese & Apple Toast.
Chili Spiced Mango
For a spicy-sweet snack, peel a mango and cut it into spears.
Top with fresh lime juice and chili powder or chili flakes.
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Veggies and Pesto
With these skewers, the more vegetables, the merrier!
Simply grill a colorful array of vegetables topped with a light seasoning of pesto sauce.
Grill until charred, and then devour!
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Melon Wrapped in Cantaloupe
Wrap slices of melon orcantaloupewith goodprosciuttoor Spanish ham.
That’s all you need for a tasty, light, lower-calorie snack.
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The best part about DIY?
you’re free to put whatever you want in it.
You get the point.
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Pair up your favorite treats and enjoy.
Quick Turkey Roll-Up
Lay a slice of Swiss cheese on a cutting board.
Top with a slice of smoked turkey and a spoonful of hummus or guacamole.
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Snacking on these will help satiate you and leave you feeling full until your next meal.
All of these ingredients combined can make for a delicious and satiating snack.
Get our recipe forCrispy Quesadillas With Guacamole.
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Mix in diced cherry tomatoes, green onion, chopped cucumber, salt, and pepper.
Toss it in extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice.
Some people even add chopped mint for more flavor.
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Together, these nutrients make for a filling snack.
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Even though it’s tasty, regular pizza doesn’t have much to offer regarding nutrition.
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Ingredients likeEnglish muffinsandtomatoescan provide fiber, while thecheese,chicken sausage, anddeli hamprovide protein.
Get our recipe forLow-Calorie English Muffin Mini Pizzas.
However, this Curried Egg Salad uses light mayo, significantly cutting your calories.
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Get our recipe forQuick and Easy Curried Egg Salad.
Enjoy with your favorite tortilla chips.
Avocado (the main ingredient in guacamole) is a super healthy food to snack on.
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Get our recipe forGuacamole.
Cucumber Boats
These cucumber boats are made withcucumbers,cream cheese, andbacon.
These flavorful ingredients combined provide 6 grams of protein and 2 grams of fiber for only 181 calories.
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Get our recipe forEverything Cream Cheese Cucumber Boats.
This well-balancedfiberandproteinsnack can help you feel more full after eating.
Simple and Savory Cheese Dip
Place fresh goat cheese in a small glass baking dish.
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Add chopped garlic, fresh herbs, a drizzle of olive oil, and black pepper.
Bake until the cheese is bubbling, and enjoy on a slice of toast or warm pita bread.
This combination will help you feel more full.
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Together, these yummy foods make a filling snack that will satiate you until your next meal.
With ingredients likeeggsandgouda cheese, you’ll get a nice boost of protein in these quiches.
Each serving provides around 8-10 grams of protein, which can help keep you full.
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Get our recipe forHealthy Muffin-Tin Quiches With Smoked Gouda and Ham.
Caprese Skewers
Are you bored of cheese and crackers?
For a yummier, healthier snack, cut fresh mozzarella into 1/2-inch cubes.
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Skewer on toothpicks with fresh tomatoes and basil and drizzle with balsamic.
For a more shelf-stable snack, substitute the fresh tomatoes for sundried tomatoes.
Burrata and Fruit
Take your cheese plate to the next level.
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Snack time will feel particularly indulgent with this burrata spread.
Dehydrated Fruit
There are many brands that make healthier dried or dehydrated fruit snacks.
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