Nutrition tip #3: 4 easy snack recipes under 250 calories.
Discover the secret recipes to a healthier lifestyle in just under 250 calories.
Hummus Avocado Toast
Another variation on avocado toast to keep things interesting.
(Makes 1 Servings)
Ingredients
- 1slice whole wheat bread, toasted
- 2tablespoons hummus
- 1/4 medium avocado, thinly sliced
- Salt
- Pepper
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
- Directions
- Spread toast with hummus.
- Top with avocado.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Nutrition Per Serving
211 calories
9 g fat (1 g saturated)
27 g carbs
3 g sugar
7 g fiber
6 g protein
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Pizza English Muffin
Two tiny pizzas that make the perfect afternoon snack.
(Makes 1 Serving)
Ingredients
- 1 whole wheat English muffin, split
- 2tablespoons tomato paste
- 1ounce fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 1tablespoon fresh basil, torn
- Directions
- Heat broiler or toaster oven on high.
- Spread both halves of English muffin with tomato paste. Top with mozzarella and basil.
- Broil until cheese is melted and sides of English muffin are starting to brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
Nutrition Per Serving
6 g fat (3 g saturated)
30 g carbs
7 g sugar
5 g fiber
11 g protein
Chia Almond Butter Toast
Chia seeds and cinnamon take this classic snack to the next level.
(Makes 1 Serving)
Ingredients
- 1tablespoon almond butter
- 1slice whole wheat bread, lightly toasted
- 1teaspoon chia seeds
- 1pinch cinnamon
- Directions
- Spread almond butter over bread. Sprinkle with chia seeds and cinnamon.
Nutrition Per Serving
12 g fat (1 g saturated)
23 g carbs
4 g sugar
5 g fiber
8 g protein
4-Ingredient Banana Smoothie
This simple smoothie is light enough to be a snack, as opposed to a full meal.
(Makes 1 Serving)
Ingredients
- 1/2 large, ripe banana, peeled, frozen, and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup plain 2-percent-fat Greek yogurt
- 1tablespoon almond butter
- Directions
- In a blender, puree all ingredients until smooth.
- Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
209 calories
12 g fat (2 g saturated)
20 g carbs
11 g sugar
3 g fiber
9 g protein