Snack Ideas

We shared a handout this week that had a number of snack ideas on it - here is that list. You can also find it in our handouts section.

Remember, snacks will have more staying power if they contain some fiber (fruit, veggies, whole grains) and protein. Fat can help, too, although you don't want to overdo it, of course. My favorite snacks usually have some good quality carbohydrates and some protein.

Snack Ideas

• ·        Quick quesadilla on whole wheat
• ·        Cottage cheese (with fruit)
• ·        Fresh fruit
• ·        Celery & pb
• ·        Apple & pb
• ·        Chips & salsa
• ·        Cheese stick
• ·        Toast w/pb
• ·        Yogurt (w/granola)
• ·        Graham crackers & pb
• ·        Crackers & cheese
• ·        Crackers or veggies & hummus
• ·        Veggies & dressing
• ·        Tortilla w/cheese & meat
• ·        Pb & banana (or other) smoothie
• ·        Steamed veggies & dressing
• ·        Hardboiled egg
• ·        Rice cakes w/pb or hummus
• ·        Handful of trail mix
• ·        Grapes, Oranges, Bananas, Pears, Clementines, Strawberries, etc.
• ·        Canned fruit (opt for “canned in water or juice” if possible)
• ·        Applesauce
• ·        Bagel with cream cheese
• ·        Popcorn
• ·        Baked goods

o   Whole grain muffins

o   Energy bites 

QUESTION: What are your favorite snacks that keep you going between meals?