Recipes Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Ideas for Healthy Snacking On-the-Go By Kimberly Holland Published on February 22, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Molly Quick pick-me-ups might feel right for post-lunch slumps or long car drives. But these convenience foods and coffee drinks often leave us more tired. Most are low in protein, fiber, and vitamin-rich nutrients — the elements we need to satisfy us and help control blood sugar levels without adding extra inches to the waistline. These 7 make-ahead snacks are made with whole ingredients to keep you energized and satisfied on long shopping days, after school, or during work meetings. You'll be armed and ready for the stare down with the candy bar in the checkout line. 01 of 07 Sriracha Lime Popcorn View Recipe Spicy and tangy popcorn is a good source of fiber and fits perfectly in a resealable bag. Pop it in your car for long days out and about. 02 of 07 Peanut Butter Sesame Seed Balls View Recipe Peanut butter meets sesame seeds in the crunchy on-the-go ball of energy loaded with protein. 03 of 07 Almond 'You Must Be Nuts' Crackers View Recipe Top these crunchy grain-free crackers with a slice of cheese and pear for a satisfying, well-balanced snack. 04 of 07 Ken's Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs (And I Mean Perfect) View Recipe Dianne Protein in its purest form here! Grab a piece of fruit and a hard-boiled egg for an afternoon snack. It takes about 40 minutes, an easy thing to do while you drink your coffee in the morning. 05 of 07 Baked Kale Chips View Recipe Mamie Caira Move over potato chips...crunchy kale chips are here! Kale is here to the rescue, providing a great source of Vitamin A, C, and K, protein, folate, and so much more. 06 of 07 Jumping Ginger Smoothie View Recipe Ginger, avocado, and kale come together in this green smoothie with a zip. Make this for your morning meal, and you've gotten a day's worth of fiber, 10 grams of protein, and spicy start to your day before you tackle the mall. 07 of 07 Playgroup Granola Bars View Recipe Molly Make a batch of these kid-friendly snack bars on the weekends, and bag them up for snacking all week between activities and after school. You can customize some of the ingredients to fit your family's tastes. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit