Tired of healthy snacks that taste like nothing? We got you covered! And we’re not just suggesting delicious eats here, we’re here to help you not go overboard. These 10 tasty snacks are all under 150 calories, making healthy eating feel effortless.
10. Cucumber Slices with Cream Cheese
Dietitians recommend cucumbers for snacking as they’re mostly water, making them very filling even with few calories. But why stop at just cucumbers? You can have a flavorful experience by adding cream cheese! A little dab of cream cheese (1 tablespoon) on 6 cucumber slices will give you roughly 60 calories.
9. Chia Seed Pudding
This snack might look fancy but it’s surprisingly easy to make. Made with almond milk, chia seeds, and a touch of vanilla, a quarter-cup serving of this nutritious pudding contains about 100 calories. Chia seeds are known for offering a combination of healthy fats, fiber, and protein, reducing cravings and providing long-lasting energy.
8. Greek Yogurt with Berries
With just 150 calories (or less) per serving, this combo offers twice the protein of a regular yogurt. Meanwhile, the berries add natural sweetness and fiber. Greek yogurt also contains probiotics, which support digestive health. Just make sure to choose plain Greek yogurt to avoid unnecessary added sugars.
7. Seaweed Snacks with Avocado
This snack combines two ingredients that are nutrient-dense but low in calories. A 5g pack of roasted seaweed contains just roughly 30 calories. It’s also high in umami flavor, which makes it savory and satisfying. Level it up by adding 2 tablespoons of mashed avocado for a salty-creamy snack. Yum!
6. Apple Slices with Peanut Butter
The classic pairing is here! What we love about this snack is that they’re so easy to put together. Apple slices give you that natural sweetness and crunch, and a tablespoon of peanut butter adds protein and heart-healthy fats. Per experts, this snack stabilizes blood sugar and keep your energy levels steady.
5. Roasted Chickpeas with Spices
Whenever you feel like reaching for chips, grab a handful of roasted chickpeas instead. Why? These legume bites are rich in protein and fiber, which slow digestion and reduce cravings. A quarter cup of chickpeas already contains 120 calories. Plus, you can season them with anything, including ranch powder or cinnamon if you want something a bit sweet.
4. Frozen Grapes with Dark Chocolate Chips
For a dessert-like treat, you can’t go wrong with frozen grapes. They’re naturally sweet and can become ice cream-like bites when frozen. Adding a tablespoon of mini dark chocolate chips adds richness and antioxidants. Frozen treats like this slow down eating because of the cold temperature. As a result, they’re giving your brain more time to register fullness.
3. Cottage Cheese with Pickles and Hot Sauce
Cottage cheese + pickles + hot sauce may not often be seen on healthy snack lists, but it can become your next favorite. Cottage cheese is loaded with protein, and pickles add crunch and flavor (not calories). One to two small spears add just about 5 to 10 calories. Meanwhile, the hot sauce brings kick with zero guilt. This snack feels like eating something indulgent that won’t weigh you down.
2. Hard-Boiled Eggs with Everything Seasoning
Tired of eating plain hard-boiled eggs? Let’s give this protein-rich snack a modern twist! One hard-boiled egg sprinkled with everything bagel seasoning contains 75 calories. The protein content? Six grams of complete protein! It’s worth noting though that eggs are rich in cholesterol, so it’s better to limit yourself to just one egg per day, according to experts.
1. Banana “Ice Cream” with Cocoa Powder
Also called “nice cream,” frozen banana ice cream is a low-calorie and dairy-free treat that’s so easy to make. All you need is one medium-sized banana, blend it until soft serve-like, and that’s it. Add a teaspoon of unsweetened cocoa powder, and you get a sweeet treat with roughly 100 calories, plus antioxidants and rich chocolatey flavor!