Healthy snack ideas for back-to-school from home
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Healthy snack ideas for back-to-school from home

By Eloísa Carmona - 2020-08-27T14:28:35Z
This year, the kids went back to school but stayed at home, so if you're a mom or dad, it's likely that you have hungry kids or teenagers at home all day while you have to work.Preparing meals and working from home can be challenging, but you can save some time by planning your meals in advance and including family members when possible. For example, bring them into the kitchen and teach them these healthy snack ideas to eat while studying from home.1. Fruits with peanut butterNut butters, whether almond or peanut, for example, pair well with fruits like apple or banana and will keep you satisfied for a good while. You can spread the nut butter directly on the fruit and make toast with apple slices, for example, or make fiber- and protein-rich sandwiches.2. Nut mixA nut mix is an easy and super healthy snack that just requires stirring together cashews, almonds, and dried fruits like blueberries; you can also add dark chocolate chips for an irresistible combination that isn't too sugary. These ingredients are excellent sources of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that teenagers need for optimal health.3. Chia puddingChia seeds are packed with nutrients including protein, healthy fats, magnesium, calcium, manganese, and phosphorus. You can make chia pudding with yogurt, coconut milk, peanut butter, and jam, and add antioxidant-rich blueberries, shredded coconut, blackberries, or any fruit you like.4. Hard-boiled eggsYou might only associate them with breakfast, but hard-boiled eggs can also be a great snack that requires nothing more than boiling water and letting them cook for about 10 minutes. Eggs are an excellent source of protein, healthy fats, and a variety of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, and you only need lemon, salt, and sauce to make them appealing to everyone.5. Greek yogurt with fruit and nutsFor sweet cravings, yogurt with fruits is perfect. You can prepare a tasty and protein-packed parfait layered in a jar with Greek yogurt, blackberries, chopped nuts, and chia seeds. Greek yogurt contains 15 grams of protein per 170-gram serving and is ideal for the time between breakfast and lunch.6. Roasted chickpeasChickpeas are full of protein (containing about 19 g of protein in 100 g of chickpeas) and can be a great snack if you roast them in the oven and season with a little olive oil and a pinch of salt or lemon.7. Guacamole with baked tortilla chipsIt seems that avocado needs no introduction when discussing its benefits, as it is already ultra-delicious, but in addition to that, it is rich in healthy fats, fiber, magnesium, folic acid, and potassium. Making guacamole is super easy, and even kids or teenagers can prepare it and pair it with vegetables and baked tortilla chips to avoid excess fat.8. Granola barsGranola bars are super convenient and you can make them homemade or look for good options at the supermarket that aren't too sugary. They should be bars that contain protein and granola made from whole foods, and can be sweetened with fruits. These bars will provide you with a good source of protein, fiber, and healthy fats.9. Cheese sticksWhole milk cheese not only provides calcium, protein, and healthy fats but also important minerals like zinc and selenium, which are good for immune health. Teenagers need sources of healthy fats in their diets, so look for cheeses like mozzarella or quesillo, also known as Oaxaca cheese.10. Dried fruits and vegetablesCraving chips can be replaced with dried or air-fried fruits and vegetables, turning them into a snack that both you and the teenagers can enjoy. They can be fruits, and you can accompany them with a little nuts or seeds if you want something more filling.If you can make these snacks at home, you'll have control over the amounts of salt, fat, and sugar, but if you plan to buy them pre-made, remember to look for products that use quality ingredients.