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1. Avocado Deviled Eggs
This twist on the deviled egg gives the snack a healthy dose of creamy avocado with extra fiber and fats.
Ingredients :
- 2 hard-boiled eggs
- ¼ avocado
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- 1 tsp. dijon mustard
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: garlic powder or cayenne pepper
How to Make :
1. Hard-boil two eggs, peel them, and slice them in half.2. Remove the yolks and mash them with avocado, lemon juice, dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt. Add garlic powder or cayenne pepper for extra flavor if desired.
3. Spoon the mixture back into the egg whites, and garnish with a sprinkle of paprika.
Why It's Good :
This snack is filling and satisfying because it combines the protein from eggs with healthy fats and fiber from avocado. You can also chop the hard-boiled eggs and mix them with the avocado filling, then serve it on whole wheat crackers or toast for a quick, easy option.
2. Greek Yogurt Chia and Strawberry Parfait
This parfait is delicious and healthy yet still satisfying enough for when the craving for a sweet something must be fulfilled with less sugar involved. If desired, you could add cinnamon or vanilla.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt- ½ cup mixed berries
- 1 tsp. chia seeds
- Optional: cinnamon or vanilla extract
How to Make
1. Layer the Greek yogurt with mixed berries in a glass or bowl.
2. Top with chia seeds, and add a sprinkle of cinnamon or vanilla extract if desired.
2. Top with chia seeds, and add a sprinkle of cinnamon or vanilla extract if desired.
Why It's Good :
This parfait is a great grab-and-go snack, offering a good balance of protein from Greek yogurt and fiber from chia seeds. It’s also a healthier option to satisfy your sweet cravings without added sugar. The berries provide antioxidants, while the yogurt offers gut-healthy probiotics.
3. Roasted Edamame
Edamame are young soybeans that pack a powerful protein punch. When roasted, they become a crunchy, savory snack that is high in protein and fiber.
Ingredients :
* 1 cup shelled edamame
* 1 tsp. olive oil
* Salt and pepper, to taste
* Optional: garlic powder or paprika
How to Make :
1. Throwing the shelled edamame in olive oil and season with salt and pepper will be perfect. One can also add optional spices such as garlic powder or paprika to it for more depth of flavor.
2. Spread the edamame on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in an oven set at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, stirring at the half way point.
3. It can be served immediately.
Roasted edamame is the perfect snack, offering both protein and fiber. You can make a big batch and store it in an airtight container for several days. It's also a versatile ingredient that can be tossed into salads or grain bowls to add extra protein and crunch.
Roasted edamame is the perfect snack, offering both protein and fiber. You can make a big batch and store it in an airtight container for several days. It's also a versatile ingredient that can be tossed into salads or grain bowls to add extra protein and crunch.
Why It's Good :
Roasted edamame is a great snack that is both protein and fiber-rich. You can make a big batch and store it in an airtight container for several days. It's also a versatile ingredient that can be tossed into salads or grain bowls to add extra protein and crunch.
4. Cottage Cheese with Almonds and Berries
This is a simple, protein-rich snack that can be thrown together in a hurry and keeps you full longer because of the protein and healthy fats
Ingredients :
* ½ cup cottage cheese
* ¼ cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
* A handful of almonds (about 10-12)
How to Make :
1. Spoon cottage cheese into a bowl.
2. Top with fresh mixed berries.
3. Sprinkle almonds over the top for a satisfying crunch.
Why It's Good :
Cottage cheese is rich in protein, which, with the addition of the healthy fats in almonds and the antioxidants in berries, makes this snack a complete package that will suppress hunger for quite some time. The snack will be high in protein, fiber, and good fats, so it will do wonders in your weight loss regime.
5. Turkey and Cheese Roll-Ups
This snack is very simple, easy, and prepared within minutes; the protein source in this is the lean turkey breast and cheese.
Ingredients
- 3 slices of deli turkey breast (low sodium)- 2 slices of cheese, preferably cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss
- Optional: mustard or a few baby pickles for flavor
How to make :
1. Lay the slices of the turkey flat on a plate.
2. Place a slice of cheese on top of each turkey slice.
3. Roll the turkey and cheese slices together into a tight wrap.
4. If desired, dip in a small amount of mustard or pair with pickles for an added zing.
2. Place a slice of cheese on top of each turkey slice.
3. Roll the turkey and cheese slices together into a tight wrap.
4. If desired, dip in a small amount of mustard or pair with pickles for an added zing.
Why It's Good :
Turkey is a wonderful lean protein resource, and cheese adds protein as well as healthy fats to keep you fuller for longer. This snack is a quick fix, and you can make it even better by using your favorite cheese or adding some low-carb veggies for some crunch.
Snacking doesn't have to be unhealthy to be satisfying. The following four snacks are protein-packed, not only quick and easy to prepare but also full of nutrients to help you get through your diet with less cravings and weight gain.You'll enjoy these scrumptious, healthy foods as part of your diet while being in line with weight loss.