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49 Super Easy & Healthy Low-Calorie Snacks to Enjoy in 2022

Sashimi ranges from 25 to 40 calories per piece compared to nigiri (fish with rice) that can have double that. Of course, it depends on the fish you choose, with white fish tending to be the leaner choice.

40 Healthy Low-Calorie Snacks for Weight Loss to Satisfy Any Craving

Let’s be honest, sticking to a low-calorie diet can be pretty tough sometimes, especially when cravings take over. But it is possible to indulge a little bit and still lose weight, it’s all about portion control and finding the snacks that won’t blow up your macros or calories.

Here are a collection of healthy, reduced-calorie snacks to get ahead of mindless eating and unhealthy food cravings.

Get snack inspiration for when you’re craving something:

Healthy Snacking Tips

Dieting often leads to cravings which, when ignored, can lead to mindless snacking or diet binges. Mindless snacking calories can add up quickly and cause a lot of frustration when your expectations for results are not met.

Even just a little bit of over-snacking throughout the day can make a relatively large impact on your overall week. Becoming more mindful of your habits is a great start.

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Weight loss is a calories game, and too many snacks can add a source of extra caloires if you aren’t careful.

Do You Need to Snack?

If you’re having a hard time waiting until your next meal and can find snack options that won’t destroy your calorie goal, it might be worth it. But if you’re finding it’s really just becoming a mindless habit, you can skip the snacks altogether.

Easy Snacks Under 150 Calories Per Serving

As long as you maintain calorie control, snacking is not a bad habit.

The key is to find options with relatively low calories for a high volume of food – meaning more bang per bite! You can also aim to get more protein, fiber, and healthy fat to help keep you feeling fuller longer.

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Here are some of the best ways to indulge your cravings a bit without adding too many calories to your day.

10 Crunchy and Salty Snacks

In the mood to munch on something salty? Grab some of these easy crunchy and healthy options with little to no meal prep required. Just remember to portion out what you want and leave the family-size bag at home, or out of sight.

Tip: if you are trying to control your sodium intake, look for low sodium varieties with less than 140mg per serving!

1) Rice Cakes

Rice cakes are a very friendly snack for most diets, and they tend to come in a variety of flavors like white cheddar, caramel corn, apple spice, etc.

One brown rice cake, unsalted has:

60 calories
0.5 grams of fat
14 grams of carbs
1 gram of protein

Plain rice cakes are the perfect snack to spice up and customize based on your dietary needs.

If you need some additional healthy fats in your diet, try adding a small serving of sliced avocado and top with sprinkled red pepper flakes or a light spread of peanut butter (~1 tablespoon) for an additional two grams of protein, eight grams of fat and four grams of carbs.

Or if you need some additional protein, add two tablespoons of fat-free cream cheese for an additional 4 grams of protein and only 30 more calories.

2) Popcorn

If you’re looking for convenience , low-calorie popcorn brands like Skinny Pop and Boom Chicka Pop are great options for a very high volume snack low in calories.

Both Skinny Pop original flavor and Boom Chicka Pop sea salt flavor are about 140-150 calories per a four cup serving of popcorn!

Also, if you have the time and feel like spicing up your popcorn, there are some really yummy ways to make healthy popcorn at home. Try some of these toppings:

Nutritional yeast
Paprika and garlic salt
Lemon pepper
Old bay
Taco seasoning
Curry powder and salt

3) Pickles

Pickled veggies are nearly calorie-free, and depending on which type of pickle you choose you might also get a healthy dose of fiber and good nutrition with it.

Skip the bread and butter or sweetened options, these can pack significantly more calories from added sugar. Instead, opt for spicy, kosher, dill, or more zesty flavors.

One pickle spear has less than five calories and only one gram of carbs per serving. Perfect for Keto snacking!

Other pickled veggies to try include:

Pickled carrots
Pickled asparagus
Cocktail onions
Pickled ginger
Pickled radish
Pickled cauliflower

Or create your own healthy pickles with this easy pickling recipe.

4) Kale Chips

You can easily create your own homemade version of kale chips or opt for store-bought options that come in different flavors like ranch and nacho cheese. Just keep an eye out for too many high-calorie ingredients, and keep your portion size reasonable.

For most brands, per serving (1-ounce serving), kale chips clocks in around:

130 calories
10 grams of fat
7 grams of carbs
5 grams of fiber

Kale chips tend to provide a good source of fiber (3 grams), vitamin A (25% of the daily value), and vitamin K (100% of the daily value) per serving.

5) Roasted Seaweed

Roasted seaweed or nori sheets taste buttery and salty but have hardly any calories to back up their flavor, with only 50 calories per pack (20 sheets per serving).

They’re also already portion-controlled , making it harder to overdo it. They also come in a variety of yummy flavors like teriyaki, wasabi, and sriracha.

6) Edamame

Grab a bag of frozen edamame (in the shell) for a quick, high-protein snack that will also keep you satisfied. Just defrost and toss in some sea salt.

Each ½ cup serving has:

100 calories
3.5 grams of fat
8 grams of carbs
10 grams of protein

Per serving, edamame has six grams of hunger-busting fiber per serving and are a good source of vitamin C and iron.

7) Red Bell Pepper & Guacamole

One whole bell pepper has only 30 calories! And when paired with a healthy fat like 1/4 cup of guac, you get a well-rounded snack for less than 120 calories.

We all know it’s hard to stop when the full container is in front of you, so look for single-serve guacamole in the store or portion out what you need in advance.

8) Carrot Sticks & Hummus

Just about any crunchy veggie pairs well with hummus, and it’s easy to change up the flavors in this snack with different added seasonings or hummus varieties. And this snack is macro-balanced to keep you feeling fuller longer.

Ten carrot sticks and 1/4 cup of hummus will provide:

140 calories
7 grams of fat
14 grams of carbs
6 grams of protein

9) Chips and Salsa

It may be easy to get out of hand with chips and salsa at Mexican food restaurants, but a well-planned and well-portioned serving of whole grains chips with salsa can be a great snack option.

To cut even more calories, opt for baked chips over fried.

A 3/4 cup serving of baked chips (~18 chips) and 1/2 cup of salsa is only:

150 calories
4 grams of fat
27 grams of carbs
4 grams of protein

Just remember to portion it out and leave the full bag of chips out of reach.

10) Almonds

Nuts can be pretty calorie dense if you’re not watching your portions, but a few can be extremely satisfying and serve as a great snack option.

Around 20 almonds (1-ounce serving) will get you:

150 calories
14 grams of fat
5 grams of carbs
5 grams of protein

5 Sweet Snacks that Are Low in Sugar

Sugar cravings can be a diet deal-breaker, especially if you are cutting calories really low. If you’re finding it hard to stop the sweet stuff altogether, consider adding in a few low-calorie sweets that will help keep you sane.

1) Sugar-free jello and pudding

Sugar-free jello and pudding likely won’t fill you up much, but they can definitely help satisfy a sweet-tooth craving in a pinch.

One pudding pack adds about 60 calories to your day, whereas one cup of sugar-free jello is only:

80 calories
0 grams of fat
19 grams of carbs
1 gram of protein

2) Protein Ice Cream

Thanks to the ingenuity of food manufacturers, you can now enjoy ice cream with less sugar and calories, and more protein .

Brands like Halo Top, Enlightened, and Breyer’s Delights will allow you a full cup of ice cream for roughly:

130 calories
5 grams of fat
14 grams of carbs
9 grams of protein

Just keep in mind that even though they advertise that you can eat the whole pint, you might not want to do that. One full pint gets you just as many calories as a serving of full-fat ice cream. So instead, portion out your bowl and savor every bite!

3) Dark Chocolate

Yes, you can have chocolate, even on a diet. Dark chocolate (more than 60% cacao) tends to be lower in sugar and can add a small amount of nutrition to your day.

Chocolate can be a source of fiber , iron , and magnesium , plus natural antioxidants . In addition, chocolate releases feel-good hormones that can actually boost your mood. The trick is to stop at just a couple of small bites.

Try sticking to individually wrapped squares and only pack what you plan to enjoy.

One ounce of dark chocolate has:

150 calories
9 grams of fat
17 grams of carbs
1.5 grams of protein

4) Fruit

Fruit is fairly low calorie to begin with and tends to also provide a decent source of fiber which helps balance out the natural sugars.

This guilt-free snack can also be eaten dried, frozen, dipped in yogurt, drizzled with honey, etc. to create a really satisfying sweet treat that won’t derail your diet .

One medium-sized piece of fruit has:

100 calories
0 grams of fat
25 grams of carbs
0 grams of protein

Dried fruit offers similar nutrition but in a smaller portion (since all of the liquid has been removed).

To make your fruit feel a little more exciting try some of the following:

Freeze grapes and enjoy cold
Dip your blueberries or banana in vanilla yogurt and freeze
Pair your fruit with a small amount of cheese or peanut butter
Drizzle strawberries with balsamic glaze
Sprinkle watermelon with Tajin

5) Greek Yogurt with Honey

Greek yogurt is an excellent gut-friendly source of protein to keep your hunger at bay. Adding a small drizzle of honey will transform the tangy flavor into a sweet snack.

15 Savory Snack Ideas

If you tend to crave more high-fat foods or savory flavors, you should include more healthy fats and proteins in your snack options.

Here are some quick, fresh food combos that won’t disappoint.

1) Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella

Quickly throw together your own Caprese salad with one cup of cherry tomatoes, one ounce of small mozzarella balls, fresh basil, and one tablespoon of balsamic glaze. Each serving has:

150 calories
6 grams of fat
23 grams of carbs
8 grams of protein

2) Hard Boiled Eggs with Toppings

Hard boiled eggs are a good balance of protein and fat, and pair well with so many flavors.

Get creative with low-calorie toppings and seasonings like pickles, dijon mustard, smoked paprika and salt, kimchi, or Sriracha. Or for a little more fat (and calories), add a small dollop of pesto or mayo – pssst, you can also remove some of the yolk to keep calories controlled .

Two hard boiled eggs have:

150 calories
10 grams of fat
1 gram of carbs
14 grams of protein

3) Cottage Cheese and Fruit

Cottage cheese is protein dense and incredibly versatile.

Go savory with tomatoes, chili flakes, and a drizzle of oil. Or make it sweet and creamy by pairing it with fresh fruit like a peach, banana, or apple.

A 1/2 cup serving of cottage cheese (1% fat) has:

81 calories
1 gram of fat
3 grams of carbs
14 grams of protein

4) String Cheese and Pepperoni

Try some low-fat string cheese and turkey pepperoni (or light salami) to curb your pizza cravings. While it doesn’t taste exactly like the real thing, it’s a great high-protein snack that doesn’t feel like diet food.

Two light string cheese and ten turkey pepperoni slices have:

150 calories
7 grams of fat
3 grams of carbs
20 grams of protein

5) Deli Meat and Whole Grain Crackers

Lean deli meat can also be an excellent source of protein . Look for quality options that are less processed, and pair with whole-grain crackers.

Use portion control with the crackers by counting out exactly how many you need.

Add some additional flavor to this snack with a small spread of mustard or low-fat cream cheese.

Four Triscuit crackers and two ounces of deli meat have:

143 calories
4 grams of fat
18 grams of carbs
9 grams of protein

6) Marinated Artichoke Hearts and Olives

Portion out your favorite canned (or jarred) veggies for a light Mediterranean salad or part of a healthy Mediterranean platter. Marinated artichokes, olives, palm hearts, sundried tomatoes, and roasted red peppers all work great for a quick mezze snack.

Ten kalamata olives with five marinated artichoke heart quarters have only:

114 calories
10 grams of fat
6 grams of carbs
1 gram of protein

For a little more oomph, add in a small amount of feta cheese or light salami.

7) Turkey Bacon Wrapped Dates

For the ultimate sweet and salty combo, try bacon-wrapped dates. Wrap the turkey bacon around pitted dates and bake until bacon is fully cooked.

This portion feels small, but it packs a ton of satisfying flavor and a decent amount of protein. Plus, these work great for meal prep since they can be eaten at room temp.

Three pieces of turkey bacon with three dates has:

149 calories
6 grams of fat
17 grams of carbs
8 grams of protein

8) Jerky

Jerky and cured meat has come quite a long way! There are a ton of lean and grass-fed options available for purchase, all in a variety of flavors.

Keep an eye out for too much added sugar and opt for lower fat options to get a larger portion size.

One and a half ounces of lean jerky has:

120 calories
1 gram of fat
8 grams of carbs
20 grams of protein

9) Buffalo Dipped Chicken

Trifecta chicken has only 136 calories per four-ounce piece, making it a great centerpiece for any high-protein or low-calorie snack.

Slice up one chicken breast and dip in hot wing sauce for a lightened-up version of buffalo wings.

Three ounces of chicken breast with one tablespoon of wing sauce has:

150 calories
7 grams of fat
1 gram of carbs
21 grams of protein

For a little more flavor, add in 1/2 tablespoon of blue cheese crumbles for an extra 35 calories, six grams of fat, and four grams of protein.

10) Chicken Sausage or Meatballs

Slice up some store-bought chicken sausage or look for lean chicken meatballs for a sweet and savory snack. Dip them in calorie-free sauce, like mustard, or try a sugar-free barbeque sauce.

Three meatballs or one sausage has:

140 calories
9 grams of fat
3 grams of carbs
10 grams of protein

11) Cantaloupe and Prosciutto

Cantaloupe is one of the lowest calorie fruits , with very little natural sugar—one cup has only 50 calories!

Grab a medium-size melon and slice it into thin crescent-shaped pieces. Then wrap each piece with a small portion of prosciutto for the ultimate salty and sweet snack, that is also refreshing.

One-fourth of a medium melon with 2 ounces of prosciutto has:

150 calories
5 grams of fat
16 grams of carbs
16 grams of protein

12) Peppadews and Goat Cheese

Peppadew or piquante peppers are tiny, sweet, and somewhat spicy peppers that come ready to eat in a jar (check the salad bar section of your local store). They are de-seeded and can be easily stuffed with goat cheese or low-fat cream cheese for an awesome and healthy snack.

A 2/3 cup serving of these peppers is only 60 calories , paired with one ounce of goat cheese you’ll get:

140 calories
6 grams of fat
15 grams of carbs
5 grams of protein

13) Shrimp Cocktail

Shrimp is naturally lean and low calorie — 4 ounces have only 80 calories and one gram of fat!

A serving of Trifecta shrimp dipped in three tablespoons of cocktail sauce has:

136 calories
1 gram of fat
14 grams of carbs
15 grams of protein

You can also try dipping your shrimp in pesto for added fat and flavor (just be mindful of the increased calories).

14) Avocado Toast

Avocado calories can rack up if you don’t portion it out, but low kcal dieting doesn’t mean you have to skip out on this healthy fat, or bread for that matter.

Look for thin sliced whole-grain bread (~40 to 70 calories per slice) and top with 1/4 of a medium avocado to get:

127 calories
6 grams of fat
16 grams of carbs
4 grams of protein

Try it sprinkled with sea salt and a drizzle of lemon or lime for even more great flavor.

15) Shashimi

Sushi can easily pack in a ton of unwanted calories if you overdo it on the rice, sauces, and fried options. But when you cut all that out and focus on the fish, you’ve got yourself a lean and healthy snack option.

Sashimi ranges from 25 to 40 calories per piece compared to nigiri (fish with rice) that can have double that. Of course, it depends on the fish you choose, with white fish tending to be the leaner choice.

Four to five pieces of sashimi fish have somewhere around:

150 calories
4 grams of fat
0 grams of carbs
29 grams of protein

5 Easy Low-Calorie Snack Recipes

Need recipe ideas to meal prep healthy snacks for the week? Try one of these easy recipes.

1) Ahi Tuna Salad

Creamy, crunchy, and extra satisfying. Made with simple and healthy ingredients like avocado and ahi tuna. Plus it’s loaded with healthy fats and lean protein to keep your hunger in check.

Works great as a light meal or snack option. Enjoy as is or pair with a handful of whole grain tortilla chips.

C ut this recipe in half to get a snack-sized portion that contains:

105 calories
6 grams of fat
6 grams of carbs
8.5 grams of protein

2) Salmon Toast

This savory salmon and cream cheese toast makes for a hearty snack option. It may not travel well, so save this one for home or toast your bread and piece the ingredients together when ready to enjoy.

Cut the recipe portion in half to get:

145 calories
4.5 grams of fat
14 grams of carbs
12 grams of protein

3) Avocado Egg Salad

Creamy, tangy, and guilt-free! This simple and healthy egg salad is made with fresh avocado and hard-boiled egg whites to help you cut calories.

This recipe makes for the perfect high protein snack or main meal.

One serving has:

146 calories
5 grams of fat
7 grams of carbs
18 grams of protein

4) Chia Pudding

Calm your sweet tooth and get a little more nutrition in with this healthy dessert option that also works great as a low-calorie snack during the day.

Made with canned pumpkin, chia seeds, and non-dairy milk, it tastes juts like Thanksgiving pie in a cup. Plus it’s vegan, paleo, and keto!

One pudding has:

98 calories
5 grams of fat
10 grams of carbs
4 grams of protein

5) Dark Chocolate Black Bean Brownies

You’ll never guess that these fudgy, chocolaty brownies are made with black beans and avocado. Easy to make and portion out for a healthy sweet option all week long.

Did I mention the portions are huge!?

Each brownie has:

155 calories
5 grams of fat
17 grams of carbs
11 grams of proteins

How to Change Bad Snacking Habits

A wonderful way to hold yourself accountable is to keep a journal of your “temptation” snacks and the things that you would normally have just a little bit of. Write these down every time you come across them and convince yourself to either have something else or skip the extra snack.

Add the calories “saved” by not consuming these products (ie: half of a Chocolate Chip Complete Cookie = 180 calories). Daily, Weekly, or Monthly add these “temptations” up and realize just how much the little things add up! It will help you stay accountable for your decisions as well as motivate you to stay away from those little temptations.

Another great habit is pre-portioning your snacks. This means counting out the chips before you start eating them. This will prevent you from over-eating, and it helps you enjoy each chip because you only get so many.

The food industry is making a lot of money by doing this for you. It only takes a few tries before it becomes second nature, and then you won’t find yourself elbow deep in a chip bag when you only intended to eat a few.

When done properly, snacking gives you the much-needed boost to make it to your next meal without all the extra calories. When done incorrectly, it can leave you feeling frustrated and confused.

The key tip is to start paying attention to everything you are putting into your body. Plan for your meals as well as your snacks. And don’t assume that your healthy meals compensate for your unhealthy snacking.

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49 Super Easy & Healthy Low-Calorie Snacks to Enjoy in 2022

Counting calories isn’t just challenging; it’s also shocking sometimes.

Who knew you’d been eating three times the recommended serving size of almonds?

Well, we’ve got your back! Here are some tasty and healthy low-calorie snacks you know you can enjoy when you’re looking to “spend” any amount of calories from 50 to 300.

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Around 50 Calories

1) Radishes + Mustard

1 cup sliced radishes: 18 calories
2 tablespoons mustard: 21 calories

Total calories in this snack: 39 calories

A root vegetable (often eaten as a mere afterthought in salads), the radish makes a strategic snack when you’re counting calories. It’s satisfyingly crunchy with a peppery flavor that tastes much bigger than its caloric load. Dip radish slices in your favorite mustard, which usually only has a few calories per tablespoon, to enjoy a boldly flavored snack for under 50 calories.

2) Celery + Hot Sauce

1 large celery stalk: 10 calories
1 ounce of hot sauce (we used sriracha as a baseline): 28 calories

Total calories in this snack: 38 calories

One major secret to successfully cutting calories is to figure out how to enjoy the flavors you love on healthier “vessels.” So if you absolutely love eating chicken wings, then try your favorite hot sauce on crispy celery sticks instead of fatty chicken wings. An entire large stalk of celery has only 10 calories, so you have plenty left to “spend” on hot sauce.

Note: Most hot sauces are extremely low in calories. If you’re springing for wing sauce, be sure to check the label for calorie content.

3) Green Bell Pepper + Curried Greek Yogurt

1 green bell pepper: 24 calories
1 ounce plain Greek yogurt: 25 calories
1/8 teaspoon (a pinch) curry powder: 1 calorie

Total calories in this snack: 50 calories

Sweet crunchy green bell peppers make amazing dippers when you’re counting calories. They have far fewer calories than even the healthiest chip out there, and they give your body potassium and vitamin C. To create a low-calorie snack with big flavor, slice up pepper and eat it with one ounce of plain greek yogurt seasoned with a pinch of curry powder.

4) Cauliflower + Lime juice + Cumin

1 cup cauliflower: 27 calories
Juice of 1 lime: 7 calories
1 teaspoon cumin: 8 calories

Total calories in this snack: 42 calories

Starchy, fiber-filled cauliflower fills you up on minimal calories. Turn raw cauliflower into a taqueria-ready snack with a squeeze of fresh lime juice and a dusting of zesty cumin.

5) Strawberries + Balsamic Vinegar

1/2 cup sliced strawberries: 27 calories
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar: 14 calories

Total calories in this snack: 41 calories

Another fantastic rule for cutting calories is to go big on flavor. A low-calorie combination beloved by gourmands around the world, the marriage of strawberries and balsamic vinegar has enough flavor to keep your taste buds sated for hours.

6) Overnight Dill Pickles

1/2 cucumber: 23.5 calories
1/2 cup white vinegar: 21 calories
1 teaspoon salt: 0 calories

Total calories in this snack: 44.5 calories

Vinegar is the perfect way to get big flavor without spending tons of calories, and it transforms a simple cucumber into a flavorful snack. To make healthy overnight pickles, just boil 1/2 cup of vinegar with 1/2 cup of water, add a teaspoon of salt, and pour the mixture into a jar with one cucumber sliced into spears or circles. Cover the mixture and let it sit overnight. Enjoy half of the fresh pickles the next day when you need a light snack.

7) Cucumber + Hummus

1/2 cucumber: 23.5 calories
1 tablespoon hummus: 25 calories

Total calories in this snack: 48.5 calories

Cut into thin, crisp slices, cucumbers are basically nature’s chips. Their mild fresh flavor tastes good with any kind of dip or condiment you can think of. Furthermore, cucumbers and hummus make a classic combination, providing vitamin K, potassium, and vitamin C.

8) 2 Egg Whites

Total calories in this snack: 34 calories

Bodybuilders love munching on egg whites to get their protein without consuming many calories. The trick to successfully snacking on egg whites is to avoid integrating a ton of calories during cooking. That means no butter or oil. Froth up the egg whites in a bowl with a fork, give your go-to pan a spray of light cooking oil, and bake the egg whites up into a non-fuss omelette with a pinch of salt and a pinch of pepper.

9) Broccoli + Grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese

1/2 cup broccoli: 15 calories
1 tablespoon Parmigiano-Reggiano: 22 calories

Total calories in this snack: 37 calories

Parmigiano-Reggiano is a tasty, concentrated cheese: It has big flavor, and a little bit goes a long way, so it’s perfect for indulging your dairy cravings when you’re watching calories. You can eat your broccoli and cheese raw, or zap it for about 20 seconds to release and combine the flavors.

10) Salted Cantaloupe

1 large wedge cantaloupe: 34 calories
1/2 teaspoon sea salt: 0 calories

Total calories in this snack: 34 calories

Be sure to use high-quality sea salt to get the best flavor experience from this out-of-the-ordinary light snack. The salt brings out the fruity acid in the cantaloupe. Give it a try; it might just become your go-to snack.

11) Cilantro-Lime Pineapple

1/2 cup pineapple: 41 calories
Juice of 1 lime: 7 calories
1/4 cup cilantro: 1 calorie

Total calories in this snack: 49 calories

This snack is kind of like a fruit salad and kind of like a salsa. The bold, refreshing flavor combination is just what you need when the urge to snack strikes.

12) Pitted Green Olives

Total calories in this snack:50 calories

These pint-sized snacks pack a lot of flavor in a 50 calorie snack. Green olives are full of healthy fats, vitamin E, and other powerful antioxidants which can help to keep your body moving over the course of a day. You can also look into brine-curing your own olives which is not only quite easy, but will give them a nice salty finish.

13) Arctic Zero Brownie Blast Ice Cream

Total calories in this snack: 75 calories (1/2 cup)

Ice cream? On a low-calorie snack list? It’s true. Cutting calories can cause overwhelming cravings for favorite comfort foods.

With just 75 calories in a serving, this remarkable ice cream ensures you can give in to your cravings (occasionally) and suffer minimal negative side effects.

14) Ocean’s Halo Korean BBQ Seaweed Snack

Total calories in this snack: 20 calories (1 pack)

Seaweed is packed with sea minerals you can’t find in many other foods, and it’s super low in calories.

Ocean’s Halo roasts it up and tops it with some savory Korean BBQ flavor to create one of the lightest and most satisfying snacks you’ll ever have.

15) New Pop Skinless Popcorn

Total calories in this snack: 32 calories (1 cup)

New Pop creates its one-of-a-kind skinless popcorn by removing the corn kernel’s skin before they start their unique popping process that uses pressure instead of heat and oil or butter. The result is light, fluffy, and vegan, with zero grams of fat and lots of fiber.

And because they remove the kernel skins, there’s nothing jagged to get stuck in your teeth.

Around 100 Calories

16) Air-Popped Popcorn

Total calories in this snack: 100 calories in 3 cups popped (about 1 1/2 tablespoons of kernels)

Air-popped popcorn makes a fantastic snack because it doesn’t make you feel deprived. You can eat 3 whole cups of the crunchy kernels and use only 100 of your day’s calories. Popcorn also has lots of fiber to keep you full, and it even has some muscle-regulating magnesium. Best of all, mildly flavored popcorn tastes amazing with any flavor. Sprinkle it with salt and pepper, dried thyme, chili powder, Old Bay, and anything else you want. Just check the nutrition label on your seasoning before you go bananas.

17) Sriracha + Heart of Palm

1 ounce sriracha: 28 calories
1/2 cup heart of palm: 35 calories

Total calories in this snack: 63 calories

Heart of palm has a fresh and crunchy, yet rich, texture that makes it more satisfying than most vegetables. The dense veggie is full of vitamin B6 and potassium, and it even has a little protein. Served in a bowl drizzled with flavorful sriracha, the heart of palm is not just a low-calorie snack; it’s a culinary experience.

18) Pear + Laughing Cow Cheese

1/2 small pear (sliced): 42.5 calories
1 wedge Laughing Cow Cheese – Creamy Light Swiss: 35 calories

Total calories in this snack: 77.5 calories

You might want to turn on some classical music before enjoying this healthy snack. Slice up half a pear and spread on Creamy Light Swiss Laughing Cow Cheese. Eat the slices slowly for a good-for-you snack and flavor experience in one.

19) Bare Granny Smith Apple Chips

Total calories in this snack: 110 calories

When you want a snack that’s healthy but feels a little bit more indulgent than a plain apple, reach for Bare Granny Smith Apple Chips. The only ingredients in these chips are apples that have been oven-baked to achieve that perfectly crunchy, chippiness without any oil.

20) Fig + Cottage Cheese

1 fresh fig (sliced): 47 calories
1/4 cup cottage cheese: 52 calories

Total calories in this snack: 99 calories

This Mediterranean-esque snack is packed with filling protein and rich flavors. Sprinkle on some sea salt to add even more depth to the flavors in your snack.

21) Lorissa’s Kitchen Korean BBQ Tender Beef Steak Strips

Total calories in this snack: 90 calories

These beef steak strips are marinated in soy sauce and brown sugar with hints of garlic and onion finished off with that char-grilled flavor the whole family will love. More tender than traditional beef jerky, these steak strips can are ethically sourced using 100% grass-fed beef. Don’t forget the 9 grams of protein per serving!

22) Cinnamon Apples + Plain Yogurt

1 small apple (sliced): 78 calories
1 cup plain yogurt: 50 calories
1 teaspoon cinnamon: 6 calories

Total calories in this snack: 134 calories

Slice up your apple, sprinkle it with cinnamon, and dip the spiced slices in some plain yogurt. This simple snack is an easy adult spin on the sugar-laden caramel apple. The yogurt provides protein, the apple has fiber, and the cinnamon offers antioxidant goodness and flavor.

23) Hard-Boiled Egg

Total calories in this snack: 75 calories

There are few healthy snacks more simple and perfect than the noble hard-boiled egg. Make sure you boil the eggs correctly to bring out the natural flavors. Drizzle one boiled egg with mustard, sprinkle it with salt or top it with fresh herbs for a quick snack that feels anything but restrictive.

24) Jicama Sticks + Guacamole

1/2 small jicama (peeled and sliced): 70 calories
1/4 cup guacamole: 64 calories

Total calories in this snack: 134 calories

Starchy jicama sticks are just as satisfying (not to mention more interesting) than the average tortilla chip, and since they’re light on calories, they make the perfect vessel for snacking on calorie- and nutrient-dense guacamole. One half of the small jicama has a whopping 9 grams of dietary fiber.

25) Cucumber + Goat Cheese

1/2 cucumber: 23.5 calories
1-ounce goat cheese: 103 calories

Total calories in this snack: 126.5 calories

Cucumbers don’t just make great chip substitutes when dipped in hummus; they also make crazy-good cracker substitutes when topped with flavorful cheese. Spread (or slice) an ounce of your favorite goat cheese onto sliced cucumber to keep your stomach full until it’s time for your next meal.

26) Cheddar Cheese

Total calories in this snack: 114 calories (1 ounce)

Cheddar cheese makes it onto our list of healthy low-calories snacks because a little bit goes a long way, and nothing crushes cravings like the salty, fatty, goodness of cheese. While cheese is high in saturated fat, eating just a serving size occasionally can help keep your cravings in check, so you can avoid falling off the wagon and devouring an entire block at once.

Around 200 Calories

27) Blueberries + Crumbled Feta

1 cup blueberries: 85 calories
1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled): 100 calories

Total calories in this snack: 185 calories

Yogurt with blueberries is great and all, but why not give your healthy snack a savory twist? Sweet juicy blueberries pair perfectly with briny rich feta to create a snack that tastes much richer than it is. Plus, this quick snack also provides vitamin C, fiber, and protein.

28) Tortilla Chips + Pico de Gallo

1 cup pico de gallo: 72 calories
10 baked tortilla chips: 74 calories

Total calories in this snack: 146 calories

One cup of pico de gallo might seem like a lot for 10 tortilla chips, but that’s precisely the point. Keep your calorie consumption in check by using chips as mere transportation mechanisms for the awesome fresh flavor of pico de gallo, which is kind of like a super-chunky salsa.

29) Red Bell Pepper + Tahini

1 red bell pepper: 37 calories
2 tablespoons tahini: 178

Total calories in this snack: 215 calories

Packed with beneficial phytochemicals, red bell peppers are sweet and flavorful enough to eat on their own. Pair them with some mineral-rich tahini to make a light snack with subtle Mediterranean flavors.

30) Raw Almonds

Total calories in this snack: 162 calories (1/4 cup)

We know you’ve heard it before, but we have to say it again: Almonds are one of the quickest, easiest, and healthiest things to snack on. No healthy low-calorie snack list would be complete without the versatile almond, a nut with lots of iron, magnesium, calcium, and protein.

31) Strawberry, Basil & Goat Cheese Toasts

1 slice whole-wheat bread (toasted): 69 calories
1/4 cup sliced strawberries: 14 calories
1 ounce goat cheese: 103 calories
Fresh basil: 1 calorie

Total calories in this snack: 187 calories

Toast is boring. Toast with strawberries, basil, and goat cheese is exciting and good for you. Toast makes the perfect healthy snack when you don’t want the calorie load of the entire sandwich, but you still want a lot of flavors.

32) Dates + Ricotta Cheese

5 dates (sliced in half lengthwise): 100 calories
1/4 cup ricotta cheese: 108 calories

Total calories in this snack: 208 calories

Slice up some dates and top them with just a pinch of ricotta cheese to make a healthy snack you could also serve as a fancy appetizer. Dates are filled with zinc and fiber, and they are the perfect way to make eating a little ricotta cheese feel like you’re eating a lot.

33) Honey + Cinnamon + Tangerines

1 cup tangerine segments: 104 calories
1 tablespoon honey: 64 calories
1 teaspoon cinnamon: 6 calories

Total calories in this snack: 174 calories

This easy, low-calorie take on Moroccan spiced oranges tastes more like an indulgent dessert than a healthy, low-calorie snack. And thanks to the vitamin C and enzymes in this “dessert,” you’ll feel more refreshed than sluggish after eating it.

34) Rainbow Carrots + Tzatziki

1 cup carrot sticks: 50 calories
1/4 cup tzatziki: 140 calories

Total calories in this snack: 190 calories

Carrots with ranch dressing make a great snack…if you’re 12. Boost the tastiness and good-for-you levels of your old after-school snack with nutrient-rich rainbow carrots and better-for-you tzatziki.

35) Noosa Pumpkin Yoghurt

Total calories in this snack: 145 calories (4 ounces)

Noosa takes special care to make their yogurt from the finest quality local milk. The pumpkin flavor has 6 grams of protein and all the cravable flavor of pumpkin pie filling.

36) Frozen Yogurt

Total calories in this snack: 150 calories (4 ounces)

When you are craving something sweet but want to avoid sugary guilt, frozen yogurt varieties are a nice way to enjoy an icy snack. With many versions containing fewer calories than traditional ice cream options, it is a perfect option on a hot day or as a post-meal dessert. You can also pick it up at your local market in a variety of fruit flavors.

37) Hummus + Sweet Potato Chips

2 tablespoons hummus: 50 calories
1 ounce of sweet potato chips: 160 calories

Total calories in this snack: 210 calories

With beta-carotene in your chips and protein in your dip, you have a healthy snack that tastes good, feels good to eat, and keeps you full until your next meal.

38) Peach + Mascarpone Cheese

1 medium peach (cut in half): 60 calories
1 tablespoon mascarpone cheese: 120 calories

Total calories in this snack: 180 calories

To make this glamorous and light snack, just slice a peach in half, pop out the pit, and put a tablespoon of mascarpone cheese in each half. If you want a little more flavor, try sprinkling the pitted and sliced peach with cinnamon. Microwave it for about 25 seconds to bring out the juices.

Around 300 Calories

39) Tortilla Chips + Homemade Bean Dip

10 baked tortilla chips: 74 calories
Homemade bean dip: 208 calories

Total calories in this snack: 282 calories

Skip the jarred bean dip and make your own version that’s filled with fiber, protein, and iron. Just toss some salt and a squirt of hot sauce on 1/2 cup of canned black beans, microwave the beans for about a minute and then mush everything up using a potato masher. That’s all it takes to make some pure and simple bean dip with no funny business.

40) Almond Butter + Yogurt + Banana

1 tablespoon almond butter: 98 calories

1/2 cup greek-style goat milk yogurt: 89 calories

1/2 banana (sliced): 53 calories

Total calories in this snack: 240 calories

Here’s a healthy low-sugar take on a parfait. Almond butter and goat-milk yogurt give you plenty of protein, and the sweet banana makes your body think it’s getting a decadent sweet treat. Microwave the almond butter for a few seconds to make it easy to drizzle.

41) Avocado Toast

1 slice whole-wheat bread (toasted): 69 calories
1/2 avocado: 161 calories
6 cherry tomatoes (sliced): 18 calories

Total calories in this snack: 248 calories

There’s a reason avocado toast is so popular: It’s delicious and incredibly good for you. The good fat in the avocado is perfect for conquering hunger, and the fiber in whole-wheat bread fills up your stomach. You’ll never want to put plain butter on your toast again.

42) GrandyOats Organic Classic Granola

Total calories in this snack: 270 calories (1/2 cup)

Granola has been a favorite among health foodists for decades. Its pure goodness leads to pure energy. This blend has oats, sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, coconut, and more.

43) Apples + Peanut Butter

1 small apple (sliced): 78 calories
2 tablespoons of peanut butter: 188 calories

Total calories in this snack: 266 calories

Fiber-filled apples and protein-packed peanut butter are a healthy and tasty combination—definitely not just for kids. Trust us! Try this snack again, and you’ll wonder why you ever stopped eating it.

44) Turkey, Pesto, and Zucchini Roll-Up

3 slices turkey breast: 66 calories
1 medium zucchini: 33 calories
2 tablespoons pesto: 160 calories

Total calories in this snack: 259 calories

Slice up the zucchini (use a mandolin if you have one) and spread on some pesto. Then cut up the turkey so it fits on top of the zucchini slices, roll everything up, and stick in a toothpick. Lighter than a sandwich, these rolls are the perfect way to get your turkey fix.

45) Zee Zee’s S’mores Soft Baked Bar

Total calories in this snack: 250 calories

This delicious bar packs a whole grain blend into a sweet s’mores treat. You’ll be thinking of the campfire as you munch this vegan snack. Also, this soft-baked bar can be an excellent on-the-go option for a quick breakfast!

46) Whole-Wheat Pita + Spinach + Chickpeas

1 whole-wheat pita: 125 calories
1/2 cup spinach: 7 calories
1/4 cup chickpeas: 183 calories

Total calories in this snack: 315 calories

Toss together this pita snack in minutes to get your fill of protein, iron, and whole grains. We love this snack because you can even take it with you on the go.

47) Salmon-Avocado Rice Cake

2 slices smoked salmon: 46 calories
1 brown rice cake: 60 calories
1/2 avocado (sliced): 161 calories

Total calories in this snack: 267 calories

This snack-worthy take on a salmon and avocado roll is super easy to make and delightful to eat. The good fats in both the salmon and the avocado will send your between-meal hunger packing.

48) Baked Sweet Potato + Walnuts + Dried Cranberries

1 baked sweet potato: 103 calories
1/4 cup walnuts: 131 calories
2 tablespoons sweetened dried cranberries: 48 calories

Total calories in this snack: 282 calories

This healthy snack captures all the flavors of the meal to end all meals: Thanksgiving dinner. But this snack will leave you feeling just full enough, instead of stuffed.

49) Farina + Blueberries + Pistachios + Lemon Juice

1/4 cup farina: 163 calories
1/4 cup blueberries: 21 calories
2 tablespoons of pistachios (shelled and chopped): 86 calories
Juice of one lemon: 12 calories

Total calories in this snack: 282 calories

Farina is a wheat meal that’s often turned into comforting hot cereals, like cream of wheat. Boiled in water, farina makes an excellent base for some tasty and healthy toppings, such as blueberries, pistachios, and lemon juice.

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