Who doesn’t love munching on goodies throughout the day? Whether you’re glued to your desktop at your workplace or netflix and chill-ing at home, what makes life more enjoyable are SNACKS, of course! As much as we love snacking, no one likes to put up with the guilt of indulging in those high-calorie and processed foods.
You no longer have to compromise your fitness or your love for food! Think of food as your friend. Snacks are necessary to keep you energised through the day between meals. What we need to be mindful of are the ingredients we use and how we use them. Whether you’re heading out to work, planning a movie night with your family, or looking forward to an exciting camping trip—we’ve got you covered with some flavourful ideas for a healthy snack box.
#Snack Box 1 (For the Busy Bee): Are you someone who’s always on their feet—running around from one meeting to the next, calls to be made, presentations to be submitted? Oftentimes, the only meal you eat through the entire day is a pack of chips or a protein bar you grabbed from the vending machine. Although work is inarguably important, no task should cost you your health. If you’re looking for some healthy snacks on the go, something better than a lousy protein bar from the vending machine, you’re in the right place:
- Sprouts with your choice of veggies (onion, tomato, corn, lemon juice)
- Boiled Eggs
- Smoothies
- Fresh and Seasonal Fruits
- Yoghurt. You can add chopped fruits to make this even more filling
- Hummus with your choice of veggies. We’d recommend some crunchy cucumber, celery stick, or carrots for the perfect munch.
- Nuts and Seeds
With these healthy snacks on the go, you’ll stay energised and radiating throughout the day.
#Snack Box 2 (For a Relaxing Movie Night): Movie nights are meant to be everything fun and relaxing. And we get it, you’re in the mood for ordering in, because who wants to tire themselves in the kitchen with over complicated recipes just for some healthy snacks? We’ve got for you a list of hassle-free and healthy snack box options that will keep the fun alive! And no, we’re definitely not going to ask you to munch on broccoli!
A movie night would be incomplete without Popcorn of course. We recommend making your own fresh batch. This will help you avoid all the extra butter, salt, and seasonings. If you want something more protein-rich without missing out on the delightful crunchiness of popcorns, you can opt for roasted chickpeas.
Dried Fruits are packed with nutrients and fibre. They could make a good alternative to candy. Frozen Grapes also make an excellent candy dupe. Toss them in a little bit of lime juice before popping them in the freezer for some extra zest.
Chocolate lovers, we have you covered with some tempting and trendy healthy dark chocolate snacks. Strawberries or bananas dipped in dark chocolate or dark chocolate clusters with your choice of nuts will satiate all your chocolate cravings.
Dips with Veggie Sticks and Tortilla Chips: Could there possibly be some organic healthy snacks to replace a bag of high-sodium chips? Absolutely! Homemade dips like guacamole, salsa, and hummus are super easy to make. Instead of snacking on a bag of chips, indulge in some crunchy veggies or tortilla chips with a fresh batch of homemade dips. If you really want that texture of chips, you can munch on kale chips. Brownie points if you roast them at home yourself.
Charcuterie boards are not only fun to make but they also give you the joy of indulging in an assortment of goods. Your charcuterie board you can include marinated olives or brined or pickled veggies, cheese or homemade dips, plain or lightly salted crackers, seasonal veggies and fruits, and nuts and dried fruits. You can use the items listed above and get creative with your charcuterie board. You can customise your board to include all healthy savoury snacks or something with more fruits and dark chocolate for that sweet tooth. Or combine them both. The key is moderation.
#Snack Box 3 (For the Adventurers): We should just call this snack box a picnic basket. There’s nothing more refreshing than a camping trip with friends and family—sleeping in tents, roasting marshmallows over the bonfire, sipping on hot tea, sandwiches after a swim in the lake, and cooking under the open sky! Try out these healthy munchies while you kick back in nature:
Ants on a Log. We swear it doesn’t taste like it sounds. Ants on a log is a fun, and needless to stay, healthy snack. Grab some celery sticks, fill them up with peanut butter, and top ‘em up with raisins, dates, or any dried fruits of your choice—looks like a line of ants!
Pack some Baked Plantain Chips to replace potato chips that are high in salt and fats.
Sandwiches are a must for any camping trip. Try to keep it healthy with sourdough bread, homemade spreads, and fresh, seasonal veggies, eggs, or lean meats.
Scrambled eggs with your choice of veggies makes a healthy addition to your snack box!
Roasted corn cobs with a dash of butter and lime juice. You can even roast some sweet potatoes on fire. Just wrap them up in aluminium foil and toss them right in. Organic healthy snacks done just the right way!
Pair string cheese with fruits like apples and grapes for a satiating snack.
Pair your fruits with some yoghurt for a delectable dessert. You can also include dark chocolate
Benefits of Healthy Snacks
The thing with healthy snacks is they’re not going to taste exactly like the processed foods that we’ve become so used to consuming. And that’s because they aren’t meant to. Healthy snacks will take a little getting used to and discipline on your part. Engaging in preparing a healthy snack box is a good start. Once you stop consuming processed foods, you start getting the real flavour of natural goodies. These healthy snacks keep you full for longer and have no adverse effect on your body, such as artery blockage, increased blood pressure, obesity, lethargy, or other such issues.
But remember, excess of anything is fatal. Do not overindulge in these snacks just because they’re ‘healthy’. Over-consuming fruits can bring up your sugar levels and also avoid including ingredients you’re intolerant or allergic to.
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