How to trick your brain into healthy snacking habits
Healthy snacks don’t have to mean sugary, salty munchies. Here’s how to satisfy your mid-afternoon cravings with filling, nutritious options – and actually enjoy them.
Easy no-bake energy protein balls
These no-bake protein balls make a great guilt-free snack. With no oven needed, they are so easy to make that even the kids can get involved.
Apricot and date fruit bars
These bars are ideal for popping in the lunchbox as a healthy snack. Plus dried apricots are energy dense, which is perfect for active kids at school.
Summer rice paper rolls with vegetables
This traditional Vietnamese dish is light and refreshing on a hot day. The rolls look fancy but are easy to make and are a great healthy snack or light lunch.
Zucchini Muffins
This recipe is so simple you don’t need a mixer, just a wooden spoon. Pop the muffins in the kid’s lunchbox as a healthy snack.
Healthy muesli bars
These popular snacks are portable, convenient, cost effective and can even be frozen for later. The rolled oats are packed with fibre and are high in protein.
Hummus with Veggie Dippers
After a delicious snack, bursting with vitamins and ready in minutes? Then look no further than Luke Hines’ hummus with veggie dippers!
Low Carb Cheese and Zucchini Muffins
These savoury zucchini and cheese muffins are a tasty low carb snack, that are great for breakfast and can be made ahead of time to reheated anytime.
Raw bliss balls
These no-cook snacks are fun to make with the kids. The red beet powder looks great and is packed with powerful antioxidants.
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