Move It: Snack Ideas
My school schedule is very tight on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s and I don’t have time to actually eat lunch so I have found a few snacks that are healthy and really seem to satisfy me.
Edame: I have had them from several different places and was not pleased with any until I came across them at Costco. They are in the deli section for $3.99 and are so delicious.
Cheese and crackers: I am not one to eat tofu and those crazy “health” foods but I have found that I actually like Soy Cheddar Cheese Slices (Trader Joe’s) with Water Crackers. Just a few seem to give me a little boost (I’m not a fan of string cheese, which is supposed to be a great snack so this is my substitute).
Blueberries: I really didn’t think they were in season right now but they are super sweet (again, a Costco purchase)
Yogurt Heaven (my own personal creation): Dannon Light ‘n Fit Yogurt (4 oz.), homemade granola (I make my own) and blueberries. Soooo, yummy!
Fresh fruit: right now oranges are so sweet; Fuji apples are a year-round go-to; and, right now Cuties are pretty good.
On the vegetable side: anything tastes good with hummus! My favorites are carrots and celery with a little bit of hummus.
The trick for me is to be prepared. If I have good food with me to eat then I don’t need to settle for what I can get from a vending machine or a drive-thru. I would rather “snack” my way through the day than eat a meal so I guess it’s best to snack on good stuff.
Just a side note: if you have not seen it, check out the “Cooking With Trader Joe’s” Cookbook. Simple, tasty, quick and easy meals, appetizers, snacks and even drinks. We have made several things from it and everything has exceeded our expectations.
You have to add those Bluebell triangles! Those are SO yummy!!