Healthy Snacks for Moms On the Go

Before you reach for that family-size bag of chips to quell the between meals craving, try some of these healthier options sourced from health & fitness trainers and top nutritionists. These snacks are rich in nutrients and filling with its combinations of protein and fibre. Not to mention they are quick and easy to make. Go on and try them.

Crispy Kale Chips

Rich in vitamins K, A and C, this is a great evening snack. You can get a great bunch at your local supermarket for about $15 (I buy mine at Massy Stores on a Thursday as the produce is fresher). Preheat your oven at 350°F. Rinse-off your bunch of Kale and dry it either in a salad spinner or on some damp paper towels. Remove the stems and break up the leaves into bite-size pieces. Spread them out on a cookie sheet, then drizzle with some olive oil and sprinkle with some sea salt. Bake until crispy or before the tips start to turn brown, about 10-12 minutes.

Spicy Popcorn

This is a good source of fibre and antioxidants. Simply sprinkle some air-popped popcorn with some Parmesan cheese, garlic and salt.

Chocolate-Drizzled Fruit Kebobs

This snack will satisfy any one with a sweet tooth and only 60 calories. Health magazine skewers 1 strawberry, 1 piece each kiwi, cantaloupe, pineapple and 2 blueberries. Then drizzle with 1 tsp. of Hershey’s chocolate syrup. When mango is in season I usually switch out one of the fruits for it.

Healthy Hummus

This literally takes less than 10 minutes to prepare and tastes so good. Here’s what you need: 2 cloves of garlic (I add more cause love garlic), 1 can of channa or garbanzo beans, reserving half the liquid, 4 tbsps. of lemon juice, 2 tbsps. of Tahini, 1 tsp. salt, black pepper to taste and 2 tbsps. of olive oil. Place all the ingredients into a food processor and pulse until creamy and well blended. A blender works just as well. Serve on pita chips, crackers or raw baby carrots and celery sticks.

Cinnamon-Nut Oatmeal

This is a perfect all-day snack filled with whole grains, fibre and protein. Simply mix one packet of plain instant oatmeal with 6 crushed almonds and then sprinkle with cinnamon.

Mango and Raspberry Smoothie

Real Simple offers up this delicious Caribbean smoothie. In a blender, puree ½ cup coconut water, ½ cup frozen mango, ½ cup frozen raspberries, 2 ounces tofu, and 1 tsp. honey until smooth.