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Healthy Snack Ideas

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If you are a big snacker, then you might find yourself getting in a bit of a snacking rut sometimes and running out of healthy snack ideas. In this post, I have shared some of my favourite healthy snack ideas.

I have always snacked, but in the past it would have been chocolate and cookies or even a meal that I pretended was just a snack. It can be a bit of a minefield, especially when the diet industry throws so many "healthy" snack pack options in our face that they tell us are healthy (most of them are not).

Snacks can be really healthy and they can actually help you to lose weight.

Saying that, a lot of people still seem stuck when it comes to healthy snack choices and I get asked a lot what snacks are best and what snacks I eat.

I can't give advice as to what is "best" as that depends on the individual, but here are some of the things that I snack on and that I try to keep on hand (You can click most of the ideas to take you to the recipes).

Nine picture collage of some healthy snacks

No Bake Granola Bars

5 from 14 votes
A recipe for No Bake Granola Bars that will rival store bought and save you a lot of money. The perfect snack.
Here's the recipe for No Bake Granola Bars
No bake granola bars cut into slices.
Rows of granola bars next to a plate with more bars on it

Oven Baked Falafel

4.90 from 19 votes
Enjoy healthy and crispy Baked Falafel! This simple recipe combines chickpeas with spices for a flavorful, easy-to-make dish.
Here's the recipe for Oven Baked Falafel
A long serving dish containing falafel and a small pot of white dip

Healthy Chocolate Nice Cream

5 from 40 votes
Banana Nice Cream is a lower in calorie and fat alternative to ice cream, which kids will love. This vegan frozen dessert can be ready in just 2 minutes.
Here's the recipe for Healthy Chocolate Nice Cream
A serving glass full of banana nice cream.
Banana Nice Cream in a serving dish with a banana and spoon

Feta and Asparagus Frittata

4.90 from 29 votes
Packed full of vegetables and super simple to make, this Feta and Asparagus Frittata makes a perfect breakfast or light lunch.
Here's the recipe for Feta and Asparagus Frittata
Feta and asparagus frittata in a round baking dish.
Feta and Asparagus Frittata in a dish next to some asparagus spears

Tomato Basil Soup

4.87 from 43 votes
This delicious Tomato Basil Soup is cooked low and slow and is worth the wait. It is fresh and vibrant, bursting with flavour and a great way to make use of homegrown tomatoes.
Here's the recipe for Tomato Basil Soup
Tomato and Basil Soup topped with grated cheese and two basil leaves.
A bowl of tomato soup in a cream soup bowl. Bread and basil leaves are scattered around

Christmas Popcorn

4.93 from 14 votes
For a festive snack that kids will love, and great for a party, try this Christmas Popcorn. Full of festive flavours, easy to adapt and ready in 10 minutes.
Here's the recipe for Christmas Popcorn
A bowl of Christmas popcorn surrounded by Christmas decorations.
A bowl of popcorn next to Christmas decorations.

Roasted Chickpeas

5 from 16 votes
Nutty, crunchy and totally moreish, these Roasted Chickpeas will soon become you favourite new vegan snack.
Here's the recipe for Roasted Chickpeas
A spoonful of roasted chickpeas on a baking tray with more chickpeas.

Kale Crisps

5 from 23 votes
Discover a healthy and delicious snack alternative with crunchy kale crisps. Learn how to make this fool-proof savoury treat with a healthy twist.
Here's the recipe for Kale Crisps
A bowl of kale crisps on a stone surface.
Kale Crisps on a plate next to a pot of dip.

Healthy Banana Bread

4.95 from 19 votes
A slice of banana bread is the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. Why not save yourself some calories with this lower in fat Healthy Banana Bread?
Here's the recipe for Healthy Banana Bread
Healthy Banana Bread loaf with slices of bread and peanut butter.
Banana bread next to a cup of tea

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic

4.94 from 66 votes
These sweet and crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts make a tasty side dish any time of the year, or a delicious snack.
Here's the recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic
Roasted Brussels sprouts on a large serving spoon.
A baking tray covered in cooked Brussels sprouts with a large serving spoon.

Balsamic and Garlic Roasted Cauliflower

4.88 from 57 votes
This easy Garlic Roasted Cauliflower is a perfect low-carb side dish for any occasion. It's well seasoned with garlic and balsamic vinegar and couldn't be more simple to make.
Here's the recipe for Balsamic and Garlic Roasted Cauliflower
A wooden plate with white and purple roasted cauliflower on it
Roasted cauliflower florets on a round wooden serving plate

Christmas Rice Krispie Treats

5 from 40 votes
These Christmas Rice Krispie Bars make the perfect festive treat, and they are so much fun to make with kids.
Here's the recipe for Christmas Rice Krispie Treats
Christmas Rice Krispie Treats next to a nutcracker soldier.

Homemade Healthier Nutella

5 from 39 votes
Whilst I still don’t recommend eating all of this in one sitting, we have come up with a Homemade Healthier Nutella, which is just as delicious.
Here's the recipe for Homemade Healthier Nutella
Homemade healthier nutella in a jar.
Two slices of bread covered in homemade nutella.

No Bake Homemade Protein Bar Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Want to save money and have control over what goes into your protein bars? Try our homemade protein bar recipe and enjoy a healthy and delicious snack.
Here's the recipe for No Bake Homemade Protein Bar Recipe
A stack of homemade protein bars on a wooden serving board.
A stack of protein oat bars on a wooden board.

Also, check out our post on How to Make a Picky Plate - The ultimate snack plate!

If you’ve tried any of these recipes then let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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Comments

  1. Anirudh says

    There are a lot of times when you feel like munching some snacks.This article throws light on the many snacks which not only serve the purpose of snacking but are healthy as well.

    Reply

  2. Collins N. says

    Totally love all these great healthy snack ideas. I agree, California almonds are different and also awesome.

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  4. kate says

    I tried your recipes here and I really like the sweet and tasty chocolate snacks. I also have to recommend here the bentilia pasta I have been matching with the recipes I tried here. It's purely organic and it really suits in the taste buds of my niece and nephews.

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  5. Mary says

    Nice Pick. The list of 10 Healthy snacks for your Ingredients. Spinach, Peanuts e.t.c

    Reply

  6. Mum to a Monster says

    I nearly didn't read this when i saw it on twitter because the idea of a healthy snack i though i wouldn't like. However some of these look really nice and i think i will give snacking on nuts a try.

    Reply

    • Dannii says

      I am happy that you found something you like :)

      Reply

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