Whether you are looking for healthy snack ideas for you or the kids, here is a great snack list/shopping list to post on your refrigerator. When I have these staples readily available, I can whip up a packed lunch or snack platter in a matter of one minute.
These are the Snack Staples that I always shop for. I categorized them by Carbohydrates, Protein, and Veggies. It is important to balance all meals and snacks, so try to include something from each category.
Carbohydrate Snack Options:
- Lots of Fresh Fruit (my favorites are sliced apples, berries, grapes, and cherries)
- Dried Fruit (check serving size and grams of sugar…pick lower sugar options)
- Popcorn Kernels (this is my favorite Low Sugar Kettle Corn Recipe)
- Hummus (there are so many wonderful Hummus Recipes)
- Rice Cakes or Healthy Crackers (my favorite brand is Mary’s Gone Crackers)
Protein Snack Options:
- Edamame Pods (I usually buy these frozen and steam in large batches)
- Wide Variety of Nuts and Seeds
- Variety of Real Nut Butters, like peanut butter, almond butter, and sunflower seed butter
- Plain Yogurt (Greek yogurt has the most natural protein. Here is a naturally sweetened Yogurt Cup Recipe)
- Tuna or Chicken Salad (this is my favorite Healthy Tuna Salad Recipe)
- Hard-boiled Eggs
Vegetable Snack Options:
- Always add a vegetable (my favorites are carrot and celery sticks, snap peas, and grape tomatoes)
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