Snacks

Snacks are every bit as important as a real meal.  You could even say they’re more important.  How often do your snacks turn into that days lunch?  The best of intentions get swept to the wayside when there are things to do.  So, what do you eat for your snack/possible meal when your day goes sideways?  Whatever it might be that you choose as your go to, it should have (at the very least) a small portion of protein.  A well-rounded snack should have one part fruit or veggie, one part carb, and one part protein.  But, if you’re going to all that effort, you could make it a meal.

My Favorite Small Snacks

Bite-sized tomatoes
Mini peppers
A slice of extra sharp cheddar

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Green apple slices
Bleu cheese
drizzle of honey
handful of grapes

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Melon Slices
Proscuitto

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Empire apple slices
drizzle of honey
almond butter

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Green apple slices
smoked cheddar cubes

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One small handful of smoked almonds
5 Frozen grapes

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One small container of blueberry yogurt
(For a cold treat, freeze it.)

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Wicked Treat

Strawberries Dipped In Nutella

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Cinnamon Granola Bar
Add a schemer of Nutella

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Croissant
(Toast in 425 degree oven for about 5 min.)
Add a light brush of Nutella

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Pretzel Sticks
Dipped in Nutella
Rolled in chopped hazelnuts or almonds
(Freeze)

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Meal Substitute “Snacks”

One banana
A handful of smoked almonds

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One slice of provolone
Roll it around a slice of smoked ham or salami

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Wheat Thins
Topped with white cheddar and green apple slices

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One Banana
A glass of milk
One cookie

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Banana slices
Top with a tiny dot of peanut butter
Dip in crushed peanuts
(Freeze for a frozen treat)

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Chicken breast Cut into slices
Brush with grainy mustard
Wrap in Swiss cheese

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Granola Bar
Add a schmear of peanut or almond butter