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Need something to help keep you energized between meals? All of these yummy snacks are lower in sodium and saturated fat to meet ourheart-healthy parameters. They’re also a good source of satisfying protein, with at least 7 grams per serving. Plus, they contain no more than five ingredients (excluding staples like salt, pepper and oil). Enjoy options like our Pistachio & Peach Toast or Snickerdoodle Almonds for a hearty-healthy bite that’s nourishing and delicious.
01of 13Pistachio & Peach ToastThis breakfast is great when you have leftover ricotta cheese—plus it comes together in just 5 minutes.View Recipe
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Pistachio & Peach Toast
This breakfast is great when you have leftover ricotta cheese—plus it comes together in just 5 minutes.
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02of 13Snickerdoodle AlmondsPhotographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoTossing almonds in frothy egg whites helps the sweet and savory seasoning adhere to these festive snickerdoodle almonds. They make an excellent appetizer for holiday entertaining.View Recipe
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Snickerdoodle Almonds
Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Addelyn Evans, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

Tossing almonds in frothy egg whites helps the sweet and savory seasoning adhere to these festive snickerdoodle almonds. They make an excellent appetizer for holiday entertaining.
03of 13Cottage Cheese Snack JarPhotographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel GrecoThis creamy, crunchy snack packs 20 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber in one small Mason jar. Adding the chickpeas right before serving will keep them crunchy. If you want to store everything in one jar, opt for 1/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas instead.View Recipe
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Cottage Cheese Snack Jar
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

This creamy, crunchy snack packs 20 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber in one small Mason jar. Adding the chickpeas right before serving will keep them crunchy. If you want to store everything in one jar, opt for 1/4 cup rinsed canned chickpeas instead.
04of 13Fig & Honey YogurtIn this Mediterranean-inspired snack, dried figs and honey top plain yogurt. Substitute fresh figs if you can find them.View Recipe
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Fig & Honey Yogurt

In this Mediterranean-inspired snack, dried figs and honey top plain yogurt. Substitute fresh figs if you can find them.
05of 13Hard-Boiled Egg & AlmondsThis small snack packs a nutrient punch—it’s loaded with protein, heart-healthy fats, vitamins and minerals to make eating healthy easy and yummy.View Recipe
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Hard-Boiled Egg & Almonds

This small snack packs a nutrient punch—it’s loaded with protein, heart-healthy fats, vitamins and minerals to make eating healthy easy and yummy.
06of 13Yogurt with BlueberriesBlueberries add all the sweetness you need, naturally, to protein-rich Greek yogurt in this satisfying snack.View Recipe
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Yogurt with Blueberries

Blueberries add all the sweetness you need, naturally, to protein-rich Greek yogurt in this satisfying snack.
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Cottage Cheese Snack Jar with Fruit
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Sue Mitchell, Prop stylist: Skylar Myers,

08of 13Tuna Salad CrackersA fun twist on a tuna salad sandwich, this Tuna Salad & Crackers recipe uses wheat crackers instead of bread!View Recipe
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Tuna Salad Crackers

A fun twist on a tuna salad sandwich, this Tuna Salad & Crackers recipe uses wheat crackers instead of bread!
09of 13Yogurt with Blueberries & HoneyA simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized.View Recipe
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Yogurt with Blueberries & Honey

A simple combination of Greek-style yogurt and blueberries gets an extra touch of sweetness from golden honey. It’s the perfect balance of protein and fiber to keep you energized.
10of 13Bread with Peanut ButterThis quick-and-easy snack is a hearty treat that is packed with protein and has heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.View Recipe
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Bread with Peanut Butter

This quick-and-easy snack is a hearty treat that is packed with protein and has heart-healthy monounsaturated fat.
11of 13Greek Yogurt with StrawberriesProtein-rich Greek yogurt and sweet strawberries make for a super-simple and satisfying snack.View Recipe
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Greek Yogurt with Strawberries

Protein-rich Greek yogurt and sweet strawberries make for a super-simple and satisfying snack.
12of 13Edamame with Aleppo PepperWith fruity undertones and a slight cumin taste, Aleppo pepper gives this healthy protein snack some satisfying flavor.View Recipe
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Edamame with Aleppo Pepper

With fruity undertones and a slight cumin taste, Aleppo pepper gives this healthy protein snack some satisfying flavor.
13of 13Greek Yogurt with Fruit & NutsThis simple snack with protein and healthy fat will get you through the afternoon slump.View Recipe
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Greek Yogurt with Fruit & Nuts

This simple snack with protein and healthy fat will get you through the afternoon slump.
Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
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