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Review: Dietitian Jessica Ball, MS, RD
Prepare these snacks every time you want to eat something delicious and heart-healthy. From nutrient-dense energy balls to satisfying snacks, each of these meals is low in saturated fat and sodium for a healthy diet. Plus, they take 15 minutes or less to prepare, so they're easy to make even if you have a busy schedule. Recipes like our Savory Date and Pistachio Snacks and Ricotta Pot have received four and five stars for being easy, delicious and nutritious, and a favorite when you need a snack between meals.
Sweet pieces of dates and pistachios
The sweetness of dates and raisins combined with the crunch of pistachios and walnuts make these snacks perfect for a snack or cheese board.
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Creamy Strawberry Cocktail
It's hard to beat this quick and easy strawberry smoothie recipe. All you need is five ingredients and five minutes. It is also versatile: to prepare the cream you can use any unsweetened milk, your favorite yogurt and, if you wish, maple syrup or honey. Vanilla extract provides a rich flavor base that pairs well with most fruits. Start mixing!
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Ricotta Snack Jar
This creamy, crunchy snack packs 20 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber in a small glass container. Adding the chickpeas before serving will keep them crunchy. If you want to store everything in a jar, choose 1/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas.
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garlic hummus
This garlic hummus recipe couldn't be simpler – throw a few ingredients into the food processor and blend!
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Blueberry and almond energy balls
These energy balls are the perfect snack for the future. Made with blueberries, almonds, oats and dates, these energy balls are prepared in minutes. The maple and tahini help tie everything together, adding a touch of sweetness and bitterness.
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Cereal bowl with raspberry yogurt
For a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert, try using yogurt on your cereal instead of milk. If making it as a snack, keep the grains separate and add them before eating.
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“Mermaid” smoothie bowl.
Channel your inner mythological creature with a colorful cocktail that's fun to make and eat. Look for blue spirulina powder, a protein supplement from blue-green algae, in health food stores or order it online.
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Lemon, mint and white bean sauce
This quick and healthy dip is an easy appetizer or appetizer. If you don't have cannellini beans, chickpeas will work. Serve this delicious dip with vegetables, crackers, pita bread, or pretzels.
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Toasts with pistachios and peaches
This breakfast is great if you have leftover ricotta and can be prepared in just 5 minutes.
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avocado hummus
This bright green hummus recipe couldn't be simpler: throw a few ingredients into the food processor and blend! Aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas) and avocado make this healthy dip super smooth and creamy. Serve with vegetable chips, pita chips or crudité.
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Energy balls with blueberries and lemon
If you're looking for a midday snack, these Lemon Blueberry Balls can be prepared in minutes and are the perfect snack to take home. Walnuts boost plant protein and help maintain energy, while maple syrup adds sweetness.
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Strawberry and cream cheese sandwich
Sliced strawberries and low-fat cream cheese come together on a sandwich for a quick, healthy meal.
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Tuna Salad Crackers
A fun version of a tuna salad sandwich. This tuna cracker salad recipe uses wheat crackers instead of bread!
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Peanut Butter and Banana Breakfast Sandwich
Creamy peanut butter and bananas are the main ingredients in this quick and easy breakfast.
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Yogurt with blueberries and honey
A simple combination of Greek yogurt and blueberries gets extra sweetness from golden honey. The balance of protein and fiber is ideal for maintaining energy.
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Peanut Butter Rice Cakes
The Best Creamy Peanut Butter Rice Cakes are a nutritious snack packed with protein and fiber.
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Whipped Pumpkin Pie
This healthy smoothie recipe tastes like sugar-free pumpkin spice latte. Made with real pumpkin and frozen bananas, it becomes a creamy and delicious breakfast (or snack) in 5 minutes.
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Peanut Butter, Strawberry, and Kale Smoothie
This PB&J-inspired green smoothie recipe is a quick and healthy breakfast that you can easily take on the go.
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Crackers with cherry tomatoes and egg
Top the bread with an egg crust and cherry tomatoes for a healthy party appetizer. This is a quick and healthy way to prepare a snack.
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Peanut butter bread
This is a quick and easy snack high in protein and heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
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Carrot Cake Energy Bites
These no-bake energy bars keep well in the refrigerator or freezer and are easy to take with you anytime as a healthy snack.
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quick applesauce
This quick homemade applesauce recipe is a healthy snack for kids or a fruity dessert. Applesauce is a great addition to hash browns or latkes.
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