Healthy snacks are an important part of our ‘healthy-eating’ journey. this is because they help us control our caloric intake or usage by either making us so full that we eat less or by increasing our metabolic rate so we burn more calories.
Contrary to public belief, healthy food can also be exceedingly delicious. Some snacks which are both healthy and delicious include;

Spicy Almonds

Almonds are a great source of fiber, proteins, healthy fats, magnesium and Vitamin B2 and because of their high protein content, almonds are likely to keep you from getting hungry quickly. They are also a great metabolism booster as well as helpful in improving digestion.

Oven baked chips

This is a healthier version of one of the most popular snacks of all time. It is also easy to make at home. Oven baked chips have less grease than their deep oil fried counterpart. They are, therefore, a healthier way to enjoy your favorite snack.

Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate is one way to indulge yourself whilst continuing your ‘healthy-eating’ journey. Dark chocolate is rich in micronutrients such as iron, magnesium, zinc, and potassium. Which leads to an improvement in digestion as well as an improvement in metabolism.

Frozen Grapes

This would be a perfect snack during warm weather. Frozen grapes help cool you down as well as contain powerful antioxidants. These antioxidants help to stop the destruction of your cells by toxins which are present in your blood. Because grapes also act as a mild laxative they are also a helpful snack for those who suffer from recurrent constipation.

Popcorn

This snack is actually healthy. Regardless of whether you air pop your corn or you use an oven or microwave, popcorn has vitamin B12 which is important for metabolism. It also has a lot of fiber which is sure to improve the whole digestive process. To spice this snack, you could sprinkle it with some dark chocolate shavings or even some low-fat cheese.

Salted Edamame

Edamame is an immature soybean. Edamame is tasty yet rich in protein, calcium, and iron it is also high in calorie and has absolutely zero cholesterol. Like all protein-rich snacks, edamame decreases your hunger pangs and salting them with sea salt is a way to spice them up.

Conclusion

The statement; “you are what you eat” is 100% true. Which is why it is important to eat healthy even during snack time. However, be sure to exercise regularly as well as make sure your main meals are as healthy as your snacks.

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Baked Mozzarella Sticks

Cheese sticks can have 700 calories and 41 g fat plus a day’s worth of saturated fat. Make your own with panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) and low-fat cheese sticks.

Swap the mozzarella for Cheddar to change things up, and dip into your favorite salsa or marinara sauce.

(152 calories per serving).

Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes

You’ll love this spin on the tomato-basil-mozzarella salad.

• Hollow out two small tomatoes, then fill each with 1/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese.
• Top with chopped basil or chives for a quick, protein-packed snack.

Queso-Salsa Dip

This cheesy snack is so easy, it doesn’t require a recipe:

• Stir one serving (approximately 1 oz.) of reduced-fat or fat-free cream cheese into your favorite salsa
• Microwave until warm and bubbly.
• Serve with your favorite baked chips or sliced veggies.

Cheese Quesadilla

When you crave something warm and cheesy, a simple quesadilla is a great choice.

• Place 1 oz. of your favorite reduced-fat cheese inside a whole-wheat or corn tortilla.
• Microwave until warm or heat in a skillet, flipping halfway through.
• Slice into at least four wedges and dip into salsa or tomato sauce.
• Add lean chicken or beans for protein and veggies for a boost of filling fiber!

Better Cheese Dips

Make your own cheesy dip to save money, and you’ll also cut down on extra fat, salt and calories.

Pimento Cheese

Pimento cheese is salty, creamy and tangy but also quite fatty. Slim yours down by choosing reduced-fat mayo and cheese, and up the nutrition factor by stirring in chopped scallions and extra pimentos. These recipes have under 200 calories a serving!