Five super snack ideas to keep you on track



One of the frequently asked questions I get is what do I do for snacks?  Many times I see snacks being unbalanced  with too many carbs(pretzels, crackers) or a lot of fat and protein and no carbs. Each snack should have some quality protein mixed with a healthy carb.

As always with nutrition it's imperative that you prepare food ahead of time. Hard boil 5-6 eggs to get you through the week, buy enough fruit etc.  These snacks ideally are best between lunch and dinner and between dinner and breakfast to keep blood sugar stable and stoke the metabolism. Which are two things vital to your weight loss success.

Here are 5 good snack ideas.

#1-Blueberry Yogurt
1 C.  Low fat Greek Yogurt Plain

3/4 C. Fresh Blueberries

Add a few slivered almonds, if desired

Stevia (optional)
Mix all together, smashing some of the blueberries, to make a sweeter yogurt.

TJ's Low-fat Greek Yogurt (plain) is a rich-tasting, but low-fat, high protein, low-carb treat! I love it in smoothies too.
 
#2-Cottage Cheese w/Fruit & Nuts
Low Fat Cottage Cheese

Grapes (red or green seedless)

Walnuts or Almonds

Cinnamon or Nutmeg
Add all ingredients, mix and enjoy
 
#3-Sesame Ginger Lettuce Wraps
1.5 pounds chicken boneless,skinless,cubed

1/3 cup cashews or peanuts

1/4/ cup grated carrot

3/4 cup mushrooms diced

1/4 cup bean sprouts

1 can diced water chestnuts

1 head of lettuce (washed)

Sesame Ginger Dressing/Sauce



Cook mushrooms and chicken until done. Add cashews, grated carrot, bean sprouts, and water chestnuts. Cook 2 minutes. Add Dressing/Sauce, heat thoroughly. Separate lettuce leaves. Spoon chicken mixture on lettuce leaves. Fold to eat. Serves 6.



Sesame Ginger Dressing/Sauce

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 tablespoons sesame oil

1-2 tablespoons fresh ground ginger

2 teaspoons soy sauce

1-2 tablespoons hot chili oil

pinch salt

pinch garlic powder
 
 
#4-Turkey Avocado Roll



Deli Sliced Turkey-Boar's Head is the best

Fresh Avocado (sliced)


It's kind of like a ham and cheese roll up...except better for you! Take the turkey, and roll it around the avacodo...then enjoy! A great snack, that doesn't spike that blood sugar!
 
#5-Hard Boiled Egg/Fruit
Hard boiled egg with whole pear or peach




#6-BONUS
Apple or pear with 1 piece of string cheese


I hope this helps. It still up to you to make sure you have them prepared for grab and go during your busy days.