Healthy Summer Snacks
25 Healthy Snacks to Keep in Your Bag, Car, or Desk, and Enjoy All Summer
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Although we all love having packed schedules of weddings, BBQs, and other outdoor activities, Summer can also be super busy and stressful. With everything going on in the hotter months, there's less time to cook and meal prep, and more go, go, go! That's why it's so crucial to have a good supply of healthy snacks on hand so that when you need to grab something and run, you feel great about your snacking choices.
Luckily the food industry is hitting peak creativity of late. Now more than ever there is such a wide range of options for every dietary preference and restriction. So if you're following a certain diet like Keto or trying to steer clear of a certain food group like dairy, there is plenty of options available and they all look incredible. Give some of these new healthy snacks a try — they don't disappoint.
1 Georgia Grinders Almond Butter Pouches
Georgia Grinders Almond Butter Pouches ($21 for 6) are not only delicious, but all natural and packed with protein and healthy fats.
2 Rhythm Superfoods Carrot Sticks
Who knew carrots could taste so good? Seriously these are far from bunny food. Packed with fibre and nutrients, Rhythm Superfoods Carrot Sticks ($23 for 4) are the perfect snack for busy people on the go.
3 One Brand Protein Bars
Gluten free, packing 20 grams of protein and only 1 gram of sugar per serving, One Protein Bars ($28 for 12) are a must-buy. You can choose from flavours like Birthday Cake, Maple Glazed Doughnut, and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough — what's not to love?
4 SmashMallow Smash Crispy
Your favourite childhood treat re-imagined.
SmashMallow Smash Crispy ($5 for 6) offers fun flavours, like Cookie Dough, Cinnamon Churro, and Mint Chocolate Chip, and natural, gluten-free ingredients for a better-for-you sweet treat. They are also only 80 calories per serving, so go make some s'mores already.
5 Alter Eco Dark Chocolate Coconut Clusters
A chocolate coconut union that is not to be missed. The Alter Eco Dark Chocolate Coconut Clusters ($5) are crunchy, sweet and just the right amount of indulgence.
6 Wild Friends Nut Butter + Oats
A perfect combination of protein packed nut butter and healthy oats, the Wild Friends Nut Butter + Oats ($21 for 6) are a dreamy Summer breakfast or snack.
7 Activated Superfood Nut Mix
The Activated Superfood Nut Blend ($6) is not your boring peanuts. Elevate your nut choice by picking these sriracha-flavoured, spicy nuts.
8 Flackers
Flax has so many health benefits, and these delicious Flackers crackers ($8) are packed with fibre and feature a pinch of sea salt. Grab some guacamole and get dipping.
9 Whisps
Are you on the keto diet? No problem. Whisps ($10 for 3) are actually made of cheese. Could there be anything be better? Trick question. The answer is no.
10 Carrington Farms Quinoa Crounons
Introducing Quinoa Crounons ($6), your new favourite healthy salad topper. These are so good, we eat them as snacks (sans veggies) when we need a little pick-me-up.
11 Go Raw Sprouted Seed Bar
Seeds aren't always the easiest to eat, so why not grab a Go Raw Sprouted Seed Bar ($30 for 12)? Vegan, paleo, organic and gluten free, this snack is not your typical sugar-filled bar.
12 Hail Merry Salted Brownie Bar Bites
For the Keto diet followers with a sweet tooth, the Hail Merry Salted Brownie Bar Bites ($36 for 12) is an incredible gluten-free snack packed with protein.
13 Kite Hill Cream Cheese Style Spread
No dairy, no problem. Kite Hill Cream Cheese Style Spread ($6) tastes better than the real thing. Dip celery and carrot sticks in it for a delicious and dairy-free snack.
14 Rhythm Superfoods Beet Chips
Beets might not be the most sexy vegetable, but these Rhythm Superfoods Beet Chips ($15 for 4) are seriously tasty. Next time you want something crunchy and tangy, give these a go.
15 Go Raw Sprouted Cookies
When you're craving a cookie, try Sprouted Cookies ($66 for 12). These taste just like your grandmother's ginger snaps, but are actually raw and made of seeds. They are great for keeping at your desk in the office or in the car for when hunger strikes.
16 Zellee Organic Fruit Jels
These Zellee Organic Fruit Jels ($11 for 6) are not just for kids. Super refreshing, organic and made with real fruit, these are a snack you can feel good about.
17 Kite Hill Almond Milk Yoghurt
No soy and no dairy makes this Kite Hill Almond Milk Yoghurt ($2) a delicious treat. Ditch the ice cream and reach for this satisfying alternative. You can even keep it in the freezer to give it a fro-yo consistency.
18 The Complete Cookie
The Complete Cookie ($12 for 12) is vegan, and soy free with tons of protein.
19 Hu Kitchen Vegan Chocolate
Chocolate doesn't have to be candy, it can be fuel. This Hu Kitchen Vegan Chocolate ($25 for 4) is free of dairy, GMOs, emulsifiers, soy lecithin, refined sugar, and gluten.
20 Activated Superfood Popcorn
Skip the movie theatre popcorn in favour of this major upgrade. The Activated Superfood Popcorn ($14) has a kick of turmeric.
21 Kodiak Cakes Flapjacks
When you're in the mood for something hearty, look no further than Kodiak Cakes Flapjacks ($26 for 6).
22 Go Raw Flax Snax
Pizza is the best, but it's not the healthiest of snacks. When you're craving that amazing pizza flavour, throw these Flax Snax ($28 for 6) in your purse for the same (OK, fine not quite the same, but close) effect.
23 Rhythm Superfoods Kale Chips
Sure, you've tried kale chips before, but bet you haven't tried these Rhythm Superfoods Kale Chips ($10) in Honey Mustard. These taste like your favourite ball park treats and are so crunchy.
24 Siete Grain Free Chips
Repeat after me: Grain. Free. Ranch. Chips. Nope, not a mirage. These Siete Grain Free Tortilla Chips ($35 for 6) come in your favourite flavours like Ranch and Nacho.
25 4505 Cracklings
Another winner for those on the keto diet. The 4505 Cracklings ($29 for 6) are so good you'll have to try hard not to finish a whole bag.
