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10+ 3-Step Weight-Loss Snack Recipes
Healthy snacks don’t have to be complicated. In fact, these recipes come together in just three steps or fewer, so you can fuel up quickly with nourishing, satisfying bites. Each snack is designed to support healthy weight loss by meeting our parameters for being low in calories while providing protein and/or fiber to keep you feeling full. From energy balls you can prep ahead to high-protein dips, these ideas make it easy to stay on track without sacrificing flavor. Try options like our Cranberry-Orange Energy Balls and Kale Chips for quick, delicious snacks that fit seamlessly into your day.
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High-Protein Dip Formula
Ali Redmond
These high-protein cottage cheese dips are easy to whip up and pair perfectly with your favorite fruits and veggies. Whether you’re in the mood for something sweet or savory, these recipes will keep you full and energized while squeezing in an extra serving of veggies.
Cranberry-Orange Energy Balls
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel
These orange-cranberry energy balls are the perfect combination of sweet, tangy and nutty flavors, with a refreshing hint of citrus. These bite-size snacks are perfect for on the go, pre- or post-workout fuel or a healthy pick-me-up any time of day. We love the subtle flavor of almond butter, but any nut butter will work well here.
Everything Bagel Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Bell Peppers & Chickpeas
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
This cottage cheese snack jar is a high-protein snack that layers creamy cottage cheese with crunchy bell peppers and crispy chickpeas. Cottage cheese provides protein and calcium, while chickpeas add extra plant-based protein and fiber to keep you feeling full until your next meal. A sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning brings bold flavors in every bite.
Ranch Roasted Chickpeas
Ali Redmond
These ranch-flavored roasted chickpeas are a savory snack that delivers the familiar tangy-herb taste of ranch dressing. Seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder and dried herbs, they crisp up beautifully in the oven. These fiber-rich chickpeas are perfect for munching by the handful or tossing into a salad for extra crunch. You can also sprinkle them over soups as an alternative to croutons.
High-Protein Caesar Dip
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
This versatile high-protein dip is the perfect companion for your favorite veggies. Made with Greek-style yogurt and sour cream and blended with Parmesan cheese and Worcestershire sauce, it’s reminiscent of the flavors in Caesar salad dressing. Whether served as an appetizer or a quick snack, this protein-packed Caesar dip makes eating more veggies effortless.
Kale Chips
Christine Ma
Not a fan of kale? These crispy baked kale chips will convert you! For the best result, don’t overcrowd the baking pans.
White Bean–Stuffed Mini Bell Peppers
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek
Mini bell peppers are the perfect vessel for delivering creamy bean dip with a crunchy chickpea topping in this easy snack. Crunchy chickpeas are easy to make at home, or you can buy them already prepared and flavored with spices to add your own unique twist.
Banana Protein Muffins
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
These healthy banana muffins are packed with protein, thanks to ingredients like peanut butter and Greek yogurt, while white whole-wheat flour gives them a fiber boost. Serve them for breakfast or for a grab-and-go snack.
Cottage Cheese–Berry Bowl
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco
This no-sugar-added berry bowl highlights the natural sweetness of thawed mixed berries, with a hint of vanilla for extra flavor. It’s a simple snack you can prepare in advance, but add the cereal just before serving so it stays crunchy.
Air-Fryer Zucchini Fritters
These air-fryer zucchini fritters have a crispy outer surface and tender-savory middle, just as if they’d been fried in a skillet. A simple dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of refreshing mint is all you need to complete the dish.
Crunchy Roasted Chickpeas
Try this satisfying snack instead of nuts. The tasty legumes are lower in calories and packed with fiber
Fresh Fruit Salad
This refreshing and easy fruit salad recipe will be the favorite at any potluck or cookout. And if you like fruit salad with yogurt, we’ve got you covered with an optional tangy lime yogurt dressing to serve on the side instead of whipped cream. This is a colorful and healthy fruit salad recipe for all occasions.
