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SNACK IDEAS
IMPORTANCE OF HIGH
PROTEIN SNACKS
There are several ways to incorporate protein into your snacks, making
them nutritious and satisfying. Here are some tips:
Greek yogurt with mixed berries: Scoop Greek yogurt into a bowl
and top with a handful of mixed berries.
Yogurt and peanut butter dip: Mix Greek yogurt with peanut
butter and use it as a dip for apple slices or celery sticks.
Beef or turkey jerky: Opt for lean beef or turkey jerky for a
portable high-protein snack.
Sliced roast beef with horseradish: Layer slices of roast beef and
add a dollop of horseradish for extra flavor.
Ham and cheese roll-ups: Roll up deli ham slices with cheese and
secure them with toothpicks.
Canned tuna with whole wheat crackers: Mix canned tuna with
mayo or Greek yogurt and serve with whole wheat crackers.
Tuna salad lettuce wraps: Mix canned tuna with mayo, mustard,
and diced veggies. Spoon into lettuce leaves and wrap.
Cashew butter and apple slices: Dip apple slices into cashew
butter for a protein-rich and satisfying snack.
Chia seed pudding: Mix chia seeds with your choice of milk,
sweetener, and flavorings. Let it sit for a few minutes until it
thickens.
NUTS, SEEDS, AND NUT
BUTTER SNACKS
Sesame seed bars: Combine sesame seeds, honey, and nut butter.
Press into a pan, refrigerate, and cut into bars.
Hummus and carrot sticks: Dip carrot sticks into hummus for a
protein-rich and crunchy snack.
Roasted chickpeas: Toss chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and spices.
Roast them in the oven until crispy.
Tofu and cucumber bites: Top cucumber slices with cubes of tofu
and a drizzle of soy sauce or your favorite dressing.
VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN
SNACKS
Veggie sticks with tahini dip: Slice cucumbers, bell peppers, and
carrots into sticks and serve with a creamy tahini dip.
EGG-BASED SNACKS
Deviled eggs: Cut hard-boiled eggs in half, remove the yolks, mix
them with mayo and spices, and spoon the mixture back into the
egg white halves.
Egg salad lettuce wraps: Make egg salad using chopped hard-boiled
eggs, mayo, and diced veggies. Wrap it in lettuce leaves.
Egg muffins: Beat eggs, add diced veggies, cheese, and cooked meat
or tofu. Pour the mixture into a muffin tin and bake for convenient
egg muffins.
Scrambled eggs with salsa: Scramble eggs and serve them with a
side of salsa for a protein-rich and flavorful snack.
Mini frittatas: Whisk eggs, add your choice of veggies, cheese, and
spices. Pour the mixture into a muffin tin and bake until set.
EGG-BASED SNACKS
Boiled egg and avocado: Slice a boiled egg and serve it with sliced
avocado for a protein-packed snack.
Egg and spinach wrap: Scramble eggs with sautéed spinach and wrap
it in a whole grain tortilla.
Egg and cheese quesadilla: Layer scrambled eggs and cheese between
two tortillas. Cook it in a pan until the cheese melts.
Egg and tomato toast: Top a slice of whole grain toast with sliced
boiled egg and tomato for a quick and protein-rich snack.
Egg and cottage cheese muffin: Mix eggs, cottage cheese, and your
choice of veggies. Pour the mixture into a muffin tin and bake.
LEGUME-BASED SNACKS
Roasted chickpeas: Toss chickpeas with olive oil, salt, and spices.
Roast them in the oven until crispy.
Edamame: Boil or steam edamame pods and sprinkle them with sea
salt for a high-protein snack.
Black bean salsa: Combine black beans, diced tomatoes, onions, lime
juice, and spices for a flavorful and protein-packed salsa.
Lentil salad: Mix cooked lentils with diced vegetables, herbs, and a
vinaigrette dressing for a protein-rich salad.
Hummus and whole grain crackers: Dip whole grain crackers into
hummus for a tasty and protein-packed snack.
LEGUME-BASED SNACKS
Black bean dip with vegetable sticks: Blend black beans with spices,
lime juice, and olive oil. Serve with sliced bell peppers, carrots, or
celery sticks.
Lentil soup: Prepare a quick lentil soup using cooked lentils, vegetable
broth, diced veggies, and seasonings.
Spicy roasted peanuts: Toss peanuts with chili powder, cumin, and
salt. Roast them in the oven until crunchy.