Sometimes you just need a snack, but you don’t want to make a huge calorie or time investment, like if you’re heading to lunch with a friend and getting hangry but don’t want to arrive with a full stomach. Or maybe you’re feeling peckish on your way to pick up the kids, but you’ll have dinner as soon as you get home. That’s when you need something just right to get you from point A to point B. Here’s a list of 30 low-calorie snacks that fit the bill, and dont forget about our round-up of snacks for weight loss, too.
A general rule of thumb is to aim for about 150-250 calories per snack. This is equivalent to an apple with a tablespoon of peanut butter, or a string cheese with 6 whole grain crackers.
Strawberries and whipped cream
It doesn’t have to be dessert time to enjoy this luscious combo. You can enjoy a cup of sliced strawberries, plus half a cup of whipped cream for 131 calories, 3 grams of fiber, 2 grams of protein and nearly 100 milligrams of vitamin C.
Rice cakes and ricotta
A 90s snacking staple, these crunchy cakes still hit when you need that between-meals nosh. Top one with a quarter-cup of part-skim ricotta and a half-teaspoon of everything bagel seasoning for 170 calories, 2 grams of fiber, 9 grams of protein and 5 grams of fat.
This Is 200 Calories
FAQ
Is a 250 calorie snack good?
Is 200 calories a lot for a snack?
How many calories of snacks should you eat per day?
Is 250 calories a lot of food?
250 calories may not sound like a lot of food, but it absolutely can be. Here’s the best way to get the most bang for your buck. Trying to keep an eye on your calories? An easy way to make sure you’re getting as much food as possible is to pick high-volume, unprocessed foods that let you eat plenty and feel full.
How many calories should one consume per day?
The number of calories a person should consume per day depends on many factors. It will depend on the age, the stage of growth, if it performs physical activity, and if it is going through a disease process. An average adult should consume approximately 2, 500 calories.
How many calories should a snack be?
(See: The #1 Reason to Stop Counting Calories ) As a very general guideline, I typically recommend between 100 and 250 calories for a snack. While there’s no golden rule about the number of calories you shouldn’t exceed, a150-calorie snack is a good jumping-off point.
Does a snack add calories to your day?
As I mentioned earlier, the answer very much depends on what and how much you consume. All food contains calories, and, therefore, a snack adds calories to your day. The key is to use those calories to provide extra nutrients to your body while preventing yourself from being overly hungry at your next meal.