18 Snacks From Trader Joe's That Are Both Healthy and Delicious

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When it seems like all your child will eat is pizza, hot dogs, and macaroni and cheese, you need to bring out the heavy artillery. These healthy snacks from Trader Joe's are the perfect addition to any kid's lunch box, or for snacking at home as a family. Parents and kids alike will love this mix of snacks, which don't break the calorie bank and are made of quality ingredients.

Freeze Dried Strawberries ($3)
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Freeze Dried Strawberries ($3)

These strawberries are a sweet and crunchy snack — perfect on their own, or thrown into a bowl of cereal — that kids will love, probably be fascinated by, and eat by the handful. There's no sugar added, just freeze-dried berry goodness.

Organic Popcorn With Olive Oil ($2)
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Organic Popcorn With Olive Oil ($2)

Perfect for family movie night or just as a lunch box snack, this organic popcorn is buttery and fluffy with no trans fats, no cholesterol, and only 130 calories in each serving.

Honey Wheat Pretzel Sticks ($2)
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Honey Wheat Pretzel Sticks ($2)

Great for dipping in your favorite nut butter, these pretzel sticks are salty with a hint of sweetness. They're made with enriched wheat flour, whole wheat flour, and real liquid honey, then baked to crunchy perfection.

Crunchy Salted Peanut Butter With Flax and Chia Seeds ($3)
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Crunchy Salted Peanut Butter With Flax and Chia Seeds ($3)

Everybody has their own personal peanut butter preferences, but this crunchy version with added flax and chia seeds may just bump into your number one spot. Spread this crispy nut butter all over toast, dunk celery sticks into globs of it, or let's be real, grab a spoon and call it a day.

Dried Pitted Tart Montmorency Cherries ($5)
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Dried Pitted Tart Montmorency Cherries ($5)

For a sweet and juicy snack with the perfect amount of tart, throw some of these pitted cherries into a cookie mix, trail mix, or just straight into your mouth.

Seasoned Kale Chips ($4)
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Seasoned Kale Chips ($4)

These chips are made from fresh kale leaves tossed in a tasty blend of seasonings — crushed cashews and tahini, carrot, onion, mustard, and garlic powders, and a splash of lemon juice — then rather than being baked in an oven, they're dehydrated to the ultimate crispness (which also preserves the nutritional value).

Turkish Apricots ($4)
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Turkish Apricots ($4)

Whether you throw these sweet and chewy apricots into a muffin mix or eat them straight from the bag, they are a juicy treat that you don't have to feel guilty about. And because they're dried, it's the perfect type of treat to take on the go without worrying about a fruit-juice mess.

Roasted Plantain Chips ($2)
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Roasted Plantain Chips ($2)

These plantain chips are a perfect alternative to potato chips, with half the fat. They have just a slight sweetness to them due to the ripeness of the plantains before they are picked, sliced, and cooked in sunflower oil. Use them as a way to scoop up dips, or just munch on them plain.

Powerberries Trek Mix ($5)
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Powerberries Trek Mix ($5)

This trail mix is a sweet-and-salty lover's dream. The blend of concentrated berry juices coated in dark chocolate — and the nuts that accompany them — are a great treat to deliver by the handful to snack cups and lunch bags everywhere.

Coconut Cranberry Granola ($2)
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Coconut Cranberry Granola ($2)

Dried coconut shavings and cranberries make this rolled oat, sesame seed, and sunflower seed combo a true winner. Whether eaten by the handful or with milk in a bowl (sometimes also in handfuls if it's one of those days), this granola is a crowd-pleaser.

Cinnamon Apple Snack Sticks ($2)
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Cinnamon Apple Snack Sticks ($2)

These multigrain apple sticks are low in sugar but pack a sweet punch. Enjoy 38 pieces of glorious apple-cinnamon goodness (dipped in yogurt for best results) in each 140-calorie serving.

Baked Lentil Chips With Salt and Black Pepper ($2)
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Baked Lentil Chips With Salt and Black Pepper ($2)

These chips are the perfect snack on their own, but also strong enough to hold a serious scoop of dip or hummus. Great for the days when everyone needs a little more crunch.

Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels ($4)
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Peanut Butter Filled Pretzels ($4)

Like biting into magic, these seemingly ordinary pretzel nuggets are chock-full of delicious peanut butter, which makes them the perfect nibble after a long school day (or honestly any time of the day).

Multigrain Crackers ($2)
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Multigrain Crackers ($2)

These 12-grain wonders are like fiber in a box. Perfect for dips, cheeses, soups, and the like, they're slightly salty, super tasty, and free of hydrogenated oils and trans fats. Pack with rolled-up cold cuts and a slice of cheese, or just as a side snack.

Fruit Bars With Flax & Chia ($1 each)
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Fruit Bars With Flax & Chia ($1 each)

If you're looking for a quick breakfast on the way to the bus, or just a snack to supplement a delicious lunch, these fruit bars are crunchy, sweet, and full of fiber.

Veggie & Flaxseed Tortilla Chips ($2)
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Veggie & Flaxseed Tortilla Chips ($2)

These tortilla chips are thick and crunchy — the perfect match for a chunky salsa or creamy dip. The veggies give the chips flavor while the flaxseeds add texture as well as fiber and omega-3.

White Cheddar Popcorn ($2)
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White Cheddar Popcorn ($2)

When you want something light with a little bit of flavor, this popcorn is a great go-to. The two-cup serving size is perfect for lunch bags, or for shoveling fistfuls into your mouth. And cheese-flavored anything? I mean, come on.

Reduced Guilt Spinach & Kale Greek Yogurt Dip ($4)
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Reduced Guilt Spinach & Kale Greek Yogurt Dip ($4)

A great addition to any of the pretzels or crackers that we've mentioned, this spinach and kale dip is made with low-fat yogurt and sour cream, plus a bunch of veggies. Get part of your five-a-day in the most delicious way.