Protein-Packed Snacks

Protein-Packed Snacks
The recipe for a perfect bite: protein, healthy fat, and fiber to keep your energy levels up and your blood sugar steady during the day. Stash Healthy Snacks Here are 15 simple, protein-rich snack combos to provide satisfaction and fuel as soon as hunger strikes, all with about 125 calories or less. Which ones will you pack this week? Berry-Pistachio Yogurt 1/2 cup nonfat Greek yogurt + 2 tablespoons blueberries + 1 tablespoon chopped unsalted pistachios + 1/2 teaspoon honey CALORIES 124; FAT 3.6g (sat 0.4g); PROTEIN 12g; FIBER 1g; SUGARS 10g (est. added sugars 3g); SODIUM 45mg Balsamic Tomato Toast The recipe for a perfect bite: protein, healthy fat, and fiber to keep your energy levels up and your blood sugar steady during the day. For the tastiest, freshest toast, use in-season tomatoes from your local farmers' market. 1 (1-ounce) slice multigrain toast + 2 fresh tomato slices + 1/2 ounce fresh mozzarella + 1/4 teaspoon balsamic vinegar CALORIES 116; FAT 4.3g (sat 2.2g); PROTEIN 6g; FIBER 2g; SUGARS 3g (est. added sugars 2g); SODIUM 144mg Fiery Avocado and Ham 1 ounce low-sodium deli sliced ham + 4 thin avocado slices + pinch crushed red pepper CALORIES 111; FAT 7.9g (sat 1.1g); PROTEIN 6g; FIBER 3g; SUGARS 1g (est. added sugars 1g); SODIUM 236mg Peppers and Spicy Eggs 1 hard-cooked egg + 1/2 cup sliced red bell pepper + 1/2 teaspoon Sriracha + dash of flake salt CALORIES 96; FAT 5g (sat 1.6g); PROTEIN 7g; FIBER 2g; SUGARS 3g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 219mg Salmon-Cuke Stacks 3/4 ounce smoked salmon + 1/2 ounce 1/3-less-fat cream cheese + 1/2 cup cucumber slices CALORIES 69; FAT 4.2g (sat 2g); PROTEIN 6g; FIBER 0g; SUGARS 1g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 215mg Popcorn and Clementine Wedges 2 cups air-popped popcorn + 1 clementine CALORIES 97; FAT 0.8g (sat 0.1g); PROTEIN 3g; FIBER 4g; SUGARS 7g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 2mg Sardines and Crackers 3 drained sardines + 7 brown rice crackers + pinch freshly ground black pepper CALORIES 125; FAT 4.5g (sat 0.6g); PROTEIN 10g; FIBER 0g; SUGARS 0g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 217mg Hummus Dip with Broccoli 1/2 cup chopped broccoli florets + 1/4 cup prepared hummus CALORIES 110; FAT 5.9g (sat 0.9g); PROTEIN 6g; FIBER 5g; SUGARS 3g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 237mg Chocolate-Almond Strawberries Easy Microwave Sweet Potato 1/2 microwaved sweet potato + 1 tablespoon chopped pecans + 2 teaspoons sour cream + dash of cinnamon CALORIES 117; FAT 6.6g (sat 1.6g); PROTEIN 2g; FIBER 3g; SUGARS 4g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 38mg Pears with Yogurt and Almond Butter Banana-Grahams Ants On A Log Maple-Ricotta Waffle 1 toasted multigrain frozen waffle + 1 tablespoon part-skim ricotta cheese + 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup + dash of cinnamon CALORIES 120; FAT 4.7g (sat 1g); PROTEIN 3g; FIBER 3g; SUGARS 4g (est. added sugars 4g); SODIUM 180mg Cheese and Grapes 1-ounce part-skim mozzarella string cheese + 1/3 cup red grapes CALORIES 85; FAT 2.6g (sat 1.5g); PROTEIN 6g; FIBER 0g; SUGARS 8g (est. added sugars 0g); SODIUM 181mg You May Like Original article and pictures take http://www.cookinglight.com/healthy-living/health/protein-rich-snacks?crlt.pid=camp.vaqMGWY0plAo site