If you are into low carb meals, this one will not disappoint. Who doesn’t love buffalo chicken? Yum!
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Avocado White Bean Toast
This avocado toast with a twist is a great replacement to your usual breakfast or as a snack. It has high fiber from the whole grain bread, avocado and beans, which provide fullness. There is nothing better than a healthy meal that is easy to make but also satisfying.
Granola Bars
Granola bars are a great grab on the go snack, but many that you buy at the store are filled with added sugars and other processed ingredients. Try these easy homemade granola bars that even the kids will like!
Carrot Cake Breakfast Cookies
If you are looking for a higher fiber breakfast or snack that is sweet but healthy, try carrot cake cookies! About two cookies would be a serving size and provides 6 grams of fiber. Pair with some nonfat Greek yogurt or hard-boiled eggs for added protein and fullness for a well-balanced breakfast.
Crunchy Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola
Making homemade granola isn’t as difficult as it might seem, and making a larger batch can last for weeks in an airtight container. This granola might help with any chocolate cravings you have and would be great over some Greek yogurt to up the protein for breakfast. You could also try it with low fat milk or high protein plant milk with added chia seeds for extra fiber. Enjoy! Read More
No Bake Energy Bites (Recipe and Demo)
This snack is easy to prepare and everyone in the family can enjoy! Try adding chia seeds for added fiber and heart-healthy omega-3 fats. Remember, when buying peanut butter aim for something natural with peanuts and salt as the only ingredients to cut down on added sugars and oils.
Watch community nutrition educator Bridgette Bostic, R.D.N., make energy bites:
Chocolate Banana Bites
The kids will love getting their fingers messy making these treats. Chocolate and bananas are a great flavor combination, especially when using antioxidant-rich dark chocolate.
Pumpkin Blender Muffins
Who doesn’t love a spicy pumpkin muffin? And these are low in fat, under 100 calories each, gluten free and simple to make!
Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Here’s the perfect snack to enjoy after carving a jack-o’-lantern. Pumpkin seeds are plentiful and a nutritious alternative to high fat snacks.
Rainbow Fruit Kabobs
These fruit kabobs take advantage of in-season fruits for a fresh summer dessert or snack, and kids will have fun making them.