Do you want to stick to the diet? We have selected incredible healthy snack options for you to eat guilt-free, morning, noon and night.
Are you hungry? No raiding the fridge at night or eating anything in sight. This is because healthy snacks are more beneficial for your health, providing quality of life. Therefore, opt for a lighter, nutritious and faster diet.
Furthermore, you need to be careful with processed foods, as they do not help maintain the body’s energy, nor the necessary vitamins, and can also be harmful to your health. Therefore, we cannot be careless in moments of heightened appetite, hunger in the early hours of the morning or in the rush at work.
Therefore, we have selected 10 tasty, simple and easy recipe options to make at home, so that you can adopt new eating habits. This way, you can control your metabolism, have small snacks every three hours and eat without guilt.
10 healthy snacks to make at home
1- Fruit salad
First of all, choose the fruits you like the most. Be it banana, orange, apple, pineapple, strawberry, papaya or grape. Then, cut the fruit into cubes in a bowl or platter. Lastly, add granola or whatever you want. Just don’t add condensed milk or high-calorie accompaniments, opt for light yogurt, for example.
2- Açaí – healthy snacks
Açaí originates from the Amazon, being a typically Brazilian fruit. In this sense, it is a great option for healthy snacks, as it contains minerals and vitamins that are beneficial for health. So, you can buy açaí ready to eat and add any fruit you want, in addition to the granola. Just avoid high-calorie accompaniments, such as paçoca, condensed milk and others.
3- Natural sandwich
Firstly, the natural sandwich is a healthy snack option for those who are hungrier. This way, fill a whole grain bread with lettuce, tomato, carrot and a lean protein, such as a slice of cheese or turkey blanquet, which has less sodium, fat and cholesterol. If you want to lose weight, cut the sandwich in half, so you can eat it in two different meals.
4- Cereal bars – healthy snacks
Cereal bars are great quick and practical snack options, as you can buy them ready to eat. However, you need to pay attention to the information on the label, choosing bars that have fiber, low saturated fat and few calories. That said, buy it and leave it in your bag for when you get hungry, but don’t eat it like it’s an encore.
5- Wholemeal bread with white cheese
First, this is one of the healthy snacks with complex carbohydrates associated with lean protein. Therefore, use wholemeal bread and add 1 slice of white cheese. Divide it in half, you can separate it for two meals a day, if you want. Don’t forget to check the label on whole grain bread, always choosing the healthiest option possible. Additionally, an orange, passion fruit or cashew juice is very welcome!
6- Light yogurt
First of all, light yogurt is one of the most consumed healthy snacks, because it helps maintain intestinal flora and contains calcium. Therefore, choose a fat-free product, when buying, read the label, then consume it with grains, cereals, chopped fruits, chia, flaxseed and others.
7- Dehydrated fruits
When you feel hungry in the middle of the afternoon or between meals, take that dehydrated fruit out of your bag. It is practical, rich in fiber, minerals, potassium and vitamin A. Therefore, dried fruits are great healthy snack options, but make sure they have no added sugar before buying.
8- Green juice – healthy snacks
This healthy snack option is for those who need to reduce fluid retention and eliminate toxins from the body. Green juice is refreshing, nutritious and practical to make at home. Therefore, use 2 slices of pineapple, half a squeezed lemon, an organic cabbage leaf, a handful of mint and a scrap of ginger. Finally, blend everything in a blender with ice water or coconut water. If you prefer, add honey or sweetener.
9- Fruit vitamins
How about a fruit smoothie? This snack is ideal for hotter days. Blend a portion of fruit with 1 small glass (150ml) of skimmed milk in a blender. This way, choose the fruit you want, be it banana, papaya, avocado or strawberry. In fact, you can choose more than one, then add a tablespoon of flaxseed or oats. To finish, sweeten with sweetener, if desired.
10- Popcorn
Popcorn is a delicious and perfect snack, because the caloric value is very low. This way, place the popcorn corn in the pan with olive oil or coconut oil. Let it pop and then season with a little salt, pepper or herbs. Consume with healthy accompaniments, try not to drink soda. Choose a natural juice or fruit smoothie.
So, did you like the healthy snack suggestions? Now that you know what to eat, run to the kitchen and prepare your next meal. Namely, it is important to remember that each person has different nutrient and calorie needs, so look for a nutritionist to get personalized support.
Finally, what did you think of this article? So, take the opportunity to check this one out too: Banana recipes – 10 easy options to make the most of the ripe fruit
Sources: Boali and Women’s Tips
Images: Receiteria, Liv Up, Confeiteira de Sucesso, Clinlife, Ana’s App, Go Outside, Tudo Gostoso, Zero Açucar, Casa Qualitá, Cybercook, and Amando Cozinhar
Sign up for our newsletter and stay up to date with exclusive news
that can transform your routine!
