Finding time to make nutritious snacks might be difficult when your calendar is heaped with events.
Dietitian and working mother Amelia Gray offers her go-to Mediterranean-inspired snacks that are not only quick but also bursting with taste and nutrients.
First snack is hummus and vegetable sticks
Always keep hummus in your refrigerator, Amelia says. Cut bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots then dip away. “When you’re running out the door, it’s a lifesaver,” she says.
Second snack would be Greek yogurt topped with walnuts and honey
Amelia advises combining basic Greek yogurt with a sprinkle of honey and some walnuts for a sweet treat. “This snack boosts your protein to keep you going and is creamy, crunchy.”
Third snack is olive tapenade on whole-grain crackers
Combine olives, capers, and a bit of olive oil to create a fast olive tapenade. For a tasty, filling nibble, toss it on crackers.
Fourth snack is Mini Caprese Skews
Sort fresh mozzarella balls, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a sophisticated bite-sized snack that takes barely minutes yet seems fancy.
Amelia says it exactly: “Eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated.” These snacks are evidence that, with some preparation, you can keep on target no matter how busy life gets.
