I’m a snacker.
Whether it’s in between meals or just grazing all day, I usually eat something at least every few hours during the day. To keep that working in my (metabolic?) favor, though, I do my best to keep those snacks on the healthier side by having them be 150-250 calories and a good balance of carbs, protein, and fat. Starting with…
1) banana + nut butter
Anyone who has ever lived with me knows that I’m slightly addicted to nut butter. Paired with a banana is a snack I have almost every day.
My favorite nut butters are Skippy Natural Peanut Butter, Maranatha Almond Butter, Justin’s Maple and Honey Almond Butters, and Artisana Walnut Butter.
2. avocado toast
Who would’ve known that something as simple as avocado on toast would be such a delicious, satisfying snack? I don’t know where the avocado toast trend first started, but it’s one that’s definitely sticking around for me.
Half of an avocado mashed on a slice of toasted grainy (Ezekiel) bread is just enough to hold me over.
3. oatmeal
Yep – the breakfast favorite is also one of my favorite snacks. The key to keeping oatmeal from turning into a full meal is to go easy on the toppings. For me, that looks like one packet of instant oatmeal (cooked with water or almond milk), topped with either fruit, or a tablespoon of nuts/nut butter.
4. peanut butter protein “fudge”
This is a snack I created a few years ago, but never blogged about it for some reason.
In a bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of peanut butter with 1/2 scoop vanilla protein powder (you might have to melt the peanut butter first). Once mixed together, form it into a square, wrap in plastic wrap, and put in freezer. The result may not look pretty, but it really does taste like fudge!
5. protein/energy bars
Bars are a perfect snack, and they’re especially convenient when you’re on the go. I’ve posted about my favorites often, and they are Quest, KIND, and Zing.
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What are your go-to healthy snacks?
I love making avocado toast with any leftover guacamole I have from Chipotle. Sometimes I ask for an extra container just to have it the next day :o)
Loooove this post. We really have the same food obsessions. I’m going to try your peanut butter protein fudge this week.
Love everything nut butter!
oooo I bet that fudge is delicious! And I love Quest Bars as snacks, as well as bananas with nut butter, or froyo! Haha
I love all of these ideas! I bought a pack of Quest bars, but they’ve been giving me a stomach ache
bummer, since they have such great stats!! I’ll never tire of PB and banana 
Oh, that is a bummer! I’ve heard of that before (because of the artificial sweetener, I’m assuming) but never had an issue with it.
yum! I love all those…plus greek yogurt with honey/fruit and homemade trail mix
I want to try your pb fudge. I love how easy it sounds to make!
Oh girl, you KNOW I’m all about the snacks. Feed me? I’ll take two pieces of avocado toast, please.
One of my favorite snacks is a bowl of cereal — I agree that breakfast foods can easily be repurposed. I also love peppers and hummus, such a good mix of crunchy and creamy. Oh, and Pirate’s Booty! We go through at least a bag of that per week.
yes, cereal is another great snack!
The banana/nut butter looks delicious. I wanna try and make this at home. Mhhhhh maybe peanut butter instead of the nut butter. But then again I’m killing the healthy part.haha!
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So what do you do with the other half of the avocado? That is such a stupid question, but any time I’ve tried to save half an avocado for later it gets all brown and gross within hours. What do you do with it??
No, that’s a great question! First of all - leave the pit in the leftover half. I heard somewhere that it helps it stay more fresh, and I’ve noticed that it really does make a difference! Another good tip is to put some lemon juice on it - that preserves freshness too. Either way I always just wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and try to eat later in the day. I’ve noticed that even if it looks brown, if you scrape that part off it’s still nice and green underneath
Another great nut butter is Earth Balance Creamy Coconut & Peanut Spread. http://www.earthbalancenatural.com/product/creamy-coconut-peanut-spread/
And Yay on the Zing Bars! They have been my godsend for breakfast during the week when I have to shove out the door early to battle the freeways.
ooo yes, love that Earth Balance Coconut Peanut spread! thanks for reminding me 😉
Love this post, Gracie! I’m actually trying to eat healthier — these are such good suggestions! I’m def. going to try the banana and nut butter!
Walnut butter sounds delish. xx