Healthy Snack Ideas

The key is to pick nutrient-dense snack options with the right balance of macronutrients.

Snacking gets a bad reputation due to the multitude of highly processed, nutrient-poor snacks on the market. However, we believe that healthy snacking is useful for any goal, be it weight loss, performance, or muscle gain. The key is to pick nutrient-dense snack options with the right balance of macronutrients. Carbohydrates should typically not be eaten alone as a snack, as they are digested more quickly and can cause spikes in blood sugar. Instead, create combinations with a fat or a protein for satiating snacks! Here are some nutritious and delicious snack options:

 

  • Whole Wheat Toast (Regular or Cinnamon Raisin) + Peanut Butter

  • Cantaloupe + Almonds

  • Apple or Banana + Peanut or Almond Butter

  • Greek Yogurt + Berries and/or Granola

  • Fruit + String Cheese

  • Hummus + Carrots/Celery/Bell Pepper or Crackers

  • Strawberries + Dark Chocolate

  • Whole Grain Crackers + Deli Turkey

  • Low-Fat Cottage Cheese + Pineapple

  • Walnuts + Dried Cherries

  • Corn Chips + Guacamole

  • Raspberries + Pistachios

  • Celery + Sun Butter + Raisins

  • Fruit & Nut Energy Bites or Bars

  • Lightly Salted Mixed Nuts

  • Beef Jerky

  • Hard Boiled Eggs + Regular or Dried Fruit

 

Adjust your portion sizes and number of snacks depending on your calorie needs and goals!

Health Wellness, Weight ManagementBethany Villarreal