Nourish
10 Healthy Snacks You Can Make in 5 Minutes
When it comes to snacks, it can seem like the only options are two extremes: either spend serious time in the kitchen prepping something healthy, or grab something processed and devoid of any nutrients. We don’t love either option, so we came up with our own solve: 10 healthy snacks you can throw together in 5 minutes. Stock up on the ingredients so you’ll be ready to whip these up next time your energy slumps!
1. Pear Wedges with Cashew Butter and Coconut
Slice a ripe pear into quarters and drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons of cashew butter. Sprinkle with unsweetened coconut chips to finish.
2. Hard-Cooked Egg with Tomato on Whole Grain Toast
Cook up a dozen hard-boiled over the weekend, let cool, and store in an airtight container lined with a paper towel for quick snacks. We like topping multi-grain or gluten-free toast with a sliced egg, a thick slice of tomato, and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt.
3. Blueberry Cacao Parfait
Team up textures (and a balanced mix of nutrients) by topping plain organic Greek yogurt—or a non-dairy option—with fresh blueberries and crunchy cacao nibs.
4. Almond Butter-Filled Dates
Fill two pitted Medjool dates filled with unsweetened almond butter and top with a sprinkle of cocoa powder and unsweetened shredded coconut for naturally sweet and long-lasting energy.
5. Half-Size Smoothie
Divide your morning smoothie in half (or make a double batch) and save one for your morning snack. (Tip: Smoothies with flax seed, chia seeds, or oats tend not to separate when stored in the fridge.)
6. Cashews and Cranberries
Keep a container of unsalted cashews and unsweetened cranberries or raisins in the pantry (or on your desk) and reach for a handful when snack time hits.
7. Veggies and Hummus
Make a batch of hummus on the weekend or choose a store-bought version (the fewer ingredients, the better) and dip in fresh veggies like sliced bell pepper, snap peas, or carrots.
8. Spicy Avocado Toast
Top a slice of your favorite gluten-free toast with mashed avocado, sliced radishes or cucumber, crushed red pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil to satisfy you until mealtime.
Get a dose of antioxidants with this creamy and refreshing chocolatey shake that will satisfy even the strongest craving for sweets.
10. Kefir with Apple Slices
Pair probiotic-rich plain kefir with a sliced apple and a sprinkle of hemp seeds for a snack rich in healthy fats, protein, and filling fiber.
Thinking about joining the barre3 community? Find your local studio, or get started with a 15-day free trial of barre3 online today!
When it comes to snacks, it can seem like the only options are two extremes: either spend serious time in the kitchen prepping something healthy, or grab something processed and devoid of any nutrients. We don’t love either option, so we came up with our own solve: 10 healthy snacks you can throw together in 5 minutes. Stock up on the ingredients so you’ll be ready to whip these up next time your energy slumps!
1. Pear Wedges with Cashew Butter and Coconut
Slice a ripe pear into quarters and drizzle with 1-2 tablespoons of cashew butter. Sprinkle with unsweetened coconut chips to finish.
2. Hard-Cooked Egg with Tomato on Whole Grain Toast
Cook up a dozen hard-boiled over the weekend, let cool, and store in an airtight container lined with a paper towel for quick snacks. We like topping multi-grain or gluten-free toast with a sliced egg, a thick slice of tomato, and a sprinkle of coarse sea salt.
3. Blueberry Cacao Parfait
Team up textures (and a balanced mix of nutrients) by topping plain organic Greek yogurt—or a non-dairy option—with fresh blueberries and crunchy cacao nibs.
4. Almond Butter-Filled Dates
Fill two pitted Medjool dates filled with unsweetened almond butter and top with a sprinkle of cocoa powder and unsweetened shredded coconut for naturally sweet and long-lasting energy.
5. Half-Size Smoothie
Divide your morning smoothie in half (or make a double batch) and save one for your morning snack. (Tip: Smoothies with flax seed, chia seeds, or oats tend not to separate when stored in the fridge.)
6. Cashews and Cranberries
Keep a container of unsalted cashews and unsweetened cranberries or raisins in the pantry (or on your desk) and reach for a handful when snack time hits.
7. Veggies and Hummus
Make a batch of hummus on the weekend or choose a store-bought version (the fewer ingredients, the better) and dip in fresh veggies like sliced bell pepper, snap peas, or carrots.
8. Spicy Avocado Toast
Top a slice of your favorite gluten-free toast with mashed avocado, sliced radishes or cucumber, crushed red pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil to satisfy you until mealtime.
Get a dose of antioxidants with this creamy and refreshing chocolatey shake that will satisfy even the strongest craving for sweets.
10. Kefir with Apple Slices
Pair probiotic-rich plain kefir with a sliced apple and a sprinkle of hemp seeds for a snack rich in healthy fats, protein, and filling fiber.
Thinking about joining the barre3 community? Find your local studio, or get started with a 15-day free trial of barre3 online today!
