First, snacking isn't a bad thing. It keeps you fuelled for the day. The key is what you snack on...
We all snack. It’s normal. But mindlessly snacking on sugar-loaded convenience foods will do nothing to boost your energy levels not to mention your mood. If you can keep your cupboards stocked and ready for healthy snacks, it makes all the difference. Here are my grocery cupboard essentials…
- Kale. Kale chips can easily be made in the oven in just a few minutes but be careful, you can’t stop at just one! Simply preheat the oven to 150-degrees, drizzle dry kale leaves in olive oil, toss and spread out in an even layer. Sprinkle with salt and back for about 20-30 minutes, until the edges start to brown.
- Celery. Goes well with homous or almond butter.
- Baby tomatoes. A handful of baby tomatoes and cucumber is so refreshing.
- Coconut yogurt. Add a few berries for more flavour.
- Avocado with oatcakes. A great slow-release energy snack.
- Edamame beans. Get them out of the freezer the night before.
- Medjool dates. Keep it to only one or two but a nice sweeter treat.
- Banana. Add bananas to granola (i would recommend Rude Health or Deliciously Ella or make your own).
- Watermelon. Goes great with feta.
- Seeds/ nuts. Always good to have on hand but make sure you keep it to 25/30g max.
- Miso. A cup of miso is filling and you can add a few extra veg if you like.
- Eggs. Hard-boiled to keep handy in the fridge.
- Pistachios. Just a handful before dinner.
- Chia seeds. Add to smoothies.
- Kefir yogurt. Packed with probiotics.
- Coconut water. Great for hydration.
- Turkey or chicken slices. A great protein source, organic is best.
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Photos: Avocado by Thought Catalog on Unsplash; Banana by Deon Black on Unsplash
