When you’re crunched for time, it can be easy to default to less-than-healthy processed foods. But these 10 recipes are simple to make and transport well. From protein-packed spiced almonds to three-ingredient baked plantain chips these snacks — which all contain 210 calories or less per serving — help you feel energized and achieve your weight-loss goals.
1. OVEN-ROASTED CHILI LIME CHICKPEAS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 149; Total Fat: 7g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 275mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 5g
2. CHEESE-LESS CHEESY + SPICY POPCORN | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 193; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 282mg; Carbohydrate: 13g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 4g
3. MINI BANANA BRAN MUFFIN | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 150; Total Fat: 2g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 44mg; Sodium: 183mg; Carbohydrate: 29g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 14g; Protein: 4g
4. APPLE PIE ENERGY BITES | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 109; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 46mg; Carbohydrate: 12g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 2g
5. GRAB-AND-GO BLUEBERRY OATMEAL SNACK BARS | HUMMUSAPIEN
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 159; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 102mg; Carbohydrate: 24g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 3g
6. THAI SPICED ALMONDS | ANGELA SIMPSON
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 170; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 123mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 7g
7. GOLDEN TURMERIC HUMMUS | HEALTHY NIBBLES & BITS
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 84; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 148mg; Carbohydrate: 7g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 2g
8. BAKED PLANTAIN CHIPS | UPROOT KITCHEN
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 200; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 7g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 444mg; Carbohydrate: 29g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 14g; Protein: 1g
9. CHIA SEED PUDDING | COOKIE & KATE
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 208; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 160mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 15g; Sugar: 0g; Protein: 10g
10. SWEET POTATO SUPERFOOD FLAX FRIES | RUNNING WITH SPOONS
Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 184; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 77mg; Carbohydrate: 38g; Dietary Fiber: 5g; Sugar: 14g; Protein: 3g
