Healthy Summer Snacks
25 Healthy Snacks to Keep in Your Bag, Car, or Desk and Enjoy All Summer
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Although a packed schedules of weddings, BBQs, and other outdoor activities is fun, Summer is not conducive to healthy eating. With everything going on in the hotter months, there's less time to cook and meal prep, and more go, go, go! That's why it's so crucial to have a good supply of healthy snacks on hand so that when you need to grab something and run, you feel great about your snacking choices.
Luckily, the food industry is hitting peak creativity as of late. Now more than ever there is such a wide range of options for every dietary preference and restriction. So if you're following a low-carb diet or trying to steer clear of a certain food group like dairy, there is plenty of options available and they all look incredible. Give some of these new healthy snacks a try — they don't disappoint.
1 Georgia Grinders Almond Butter Pouches
Georgia Grinders Almond Butter Pouches ($24 for six) are not only delicious, but all natural and packed with protein and healthy fats.
2 Rhythm Superfoods Carrot Sticks
Who knew carrots could taste so good? Seriously these are far from bunny food. Packed with fiber and nutrients, Rhythm Superfoods Carrot Sticks ($14 for four) are the perfect snack for busy people on the go.
3 One Brand Protein Bars
Gluten free, packing 20 grams of protein and only 1 gram of sugar per serving, One Protein Bars ($28 for 12) are a must-buy. You can choose from flavors like Birthday Cake, Maple Glazed Doughnut, and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough — what's not to love?
4 SmashMallow Smash Crispy
Your favorite childhood treat re-imagined. SmashMallow Smash Crispy ($8 for six) offers fun flavors, like Cookie Dough, Cinnamon Churro, and Mint Chocolate Chip, and natural, gluten-free ingredients for a better-for-you sweet treat. They are also only 80 calories per serving, so go make some s'mores already.
5 Alter Eco Dark Chocolate Coconut Clusters
A chocolate coconut union that is not to be missed. The Alter Eco Dark Chocolate Coconut Clusters ($5) are crunchy, sweet and just the right amount of indulgence.
6 Wild Friends Nut Butter + Oats
A perfect combination of protein packed nut butter and healthy oats, the Wild Friends Nut Butter + Oats ($18 for six) are a dreamy Summer breakfast or snack.
7 Activated Superfood Nut Mix
The Activated Superfood Nut Blend ($12) is not your boring peanuts. Elevate your nut choice by picking these sriracha-flavored, spicy nuts.
8 Flackers
Flax has so many health benefits, and these delicious Flackers crackers ($62 for 12) are packed with fiber and feature a pinch of sea salt. Grab some guacamole and get dipping.
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10 Carrington Farms Quinoa Crounons
Introducing Quinoa Crounons ($6), your new favorite healthy salad topper. These are so good, we eat them as snacks (sans veggies) when we need a little pick-me-up.
11 Go Raw Sprouted Seed Bar
Seeds aren't always the easiest to eat, so why not grab a Go Raw Sprouted Seed Bar ($20 for four)? Vegan, paleo, organic and gluten free, this snack is not your typical sugar-filled bar.
12 Hail Merry Salted Brownie Bar Bites
For the Keto diet followers with a sweet tooth, the Hail Merry Salted Brownie Bar Bites ($36 for 12) is an incredible gluten-free snack packed with protein.
13 Kite Hill Cream Cheese Style Spread
No dairy, no problem. Kite Hill Cream Cheese Style Spread ($6) tastes better than the real thing. Dip celery and carrot sticks in it for a delicious and dairy-free snack.
14 Rhythm Superfoods Beet Chips
Beets might not be the most sexy vegetable, but these Rhythm Superfoods Beet Chips ($14 for four) are seriously tasty. Next time you want something crunchy and tangy, give these a go.
15 Go Raw Sprouted Cookies
When you're craving a cookie, try Sprouted Cookies ($7). These taste just like your grandmother's ginger snaps, but are actually raw and made of seeds. They are great for keeping at your desk in the office or in the car for when hunger strikes.
16 Zellee Organic Fruit Jels
These Zellee Organic Fruit Jels ($11 for six) are not just for kids. Super refreshing, organic and made with real fruit, these are a snack you can feel good about.
17 Kite Hill Almond Milk Yogurt
No soy and no dairy makes this Kite Hill Almond Milk Yogurt ($1) a delicious treat. Ditch the ice cream and reach for this satisfying alternative. You can even keep it in the freezer to give it a fro-yo consistency.
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19 Hu Kitchen Vegan Chocolate
Chocolate doesn't have to be candy, it can be fuel. This Hu Kitchen Vegan Chocolate ($25 for four) is free of dairy, GMOs, emulsifiers, soy lecithin, refined sugar, and gluten.
20 Activated Superfood Popcorn
Skip the movie theater popcorn in favor of this major upgrade. The Activated Superfood Popcorn ($2) has a kick of turmeric.
21 Kodiak Cakes Flapjacks
When you're in the mood for something hearty, look no further than Kodiak Cakes Flapjacks ($20 for 12).
22 Go Raw Flax Snax
23 Rhythm Superfoods Kale Chips
Sure, you've tried kale chips before, but bet you haven't tried these Rhythm Superfoods Kale Chips ($18 for four) in Honey Mustard. These taste like your favorite ball park treats and are so crunchy.
24 Siete Grain Free Chips
Repeat after me: Grain. Free. Ranch. Chips. Nope, not a mirage. These Siete Grain Free Tortilla Chips ($4) come in your favorite flavors like Ranch and Nacho.
25 4505 Cracklings
Another winner for those on the keto diet. The 4505 Cracklings ($39 for six) are so good you'll have to try hard not to finish a whole bag.
