Snacking is imperative for a productive day. Right? After a healthy and fulfilling breakfast, we may feel satisfied. Yet, sometimes we need to snack to survive till lunchtime. Or maybe you want to keep your energy up till dinner and want to eat a healthy snack. What do you do? Do you eat something? Or wait till it’s time for your meal?
Does snacking intimidate you because you think it is challenging to find a healthy snack that is also low-calorie? Then you are wrong!
Snacking doesn’t have to be hard or boring. You can eat delicious snacks like food mix, which are crunchy, nutritious, and delicious. Also, snacking is not wrong. If you eat within your calorie limit and grab healthier things, snacking can help keep your sugar levels in control. It also ensures that you do not binge eat during your meals.
Here are 10 healthy snacks you should try without feeling guilty.
Food mix
Superfood mix, as the name suggests, is the mix of multiple seeds, nuts, fruits, and more. All of these are considered a superfood. Everyone calls them a superfood because they provide many nutrients to our bodies and help us fight multiple diseases.
A food mix is a versatile snack option. The ingredient inside a superfood mix is adaptable. So, you can eat them as it is or after roasting and add a few spices to enjoy. Or you can take a bowl of plain rolled oats, add some non-vegan milk, and sprinkle 1 tbsp of food mix on it. It makes for a great snack when you feel peckish, and dinnertime is not yet here. Also, it will amount to 100-120 calories, so you will not go overboard on your daily calorie limit.
Mixed nuts
A handful of mixed nuts would satisfy your hunger and provide nutrients like protein, fiber, and healthy fats. You can get a mix of nuts from an online store. Or you can make one at home. Get your favorite nuts like walnuts, cashew, almonds, pecans, Brazilian nuts, and more out. You can dry-roast them and add salt and pepper to the mix. It will taste incredible, and you can enjoy it during your snack time.
An apple with some peanut butter
Fruits make for a perfect snack. They boost your immunity, and you can have two oranges, and you will still be eating a snack under 100 calories. When you feel peckish and low on energy, go for an apple. It will provide you with more energy than a cup of coffee. To make it delicious, dip the apple slices in peanut butter. Also, peanut butter is high in protein, making it fulfilling.
Yogurt with some food mix
When you have your trusty food Protein mix packet with you, snack time becomes amazing. Get a bowl out, add two scoops of your favorite yogurt (low-fat), and add the food mix.
Keto chips with hummus
Keto chips require only two ingredients. You can get them online or make them at home, it is that simple. Enjoy it with hummus. It is a perfect snack for people who want a savory snack.
Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate is full of antioxidants. It makes for a perfect snack as it is delicious and can help lower your stress and anxiety levels.
Kale chips
Kale is a nutritious vegetable. It is full of minerals and is low in calories. You can make kale chips at home by cutting the leaves into bite-sized pieces. Next, spread some olive oil on it and sprinkle salt & pepper. Bake it till they turn crispy. Enjoy this with hummus or homemade salsa.
Chia pudding
Chia seeds are rich in calcium, fiber, and protein. They can keep you going for a long time when you eat them as a low-calorie snack. To add flavor to your chia seed pudding, sprinkle some food mix and cacao powder.
Snacking also helps keep your mind off food. So, the next time you feel a bit hungry, grab your food mix and munch on it with your favorite cup of coffee. Or you can grab an apple and eat it with peanut butter, delicious and full of energy. Do not restrict yourself from eating, but make a conscious decision to eat healthier.