Enter your email & we’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from us every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Hurry the Food Up. Eating snacks can have a very positive impact on us. It helps reduce appetite, provides extra nutrients and a boost of energy. While choosing the right healthy snacks to make, it’s best to follow some simple but important steps and always ask yourself: when, why, what, and how much? We’ve rounded up low-calorie veggie snacks, better-for-you sweet treats, and crunchy low-calorie chips. This way you can find low-calorie healthy snacks to your liking.
Low-calorie healthy snacks for your needs and taste
We’ve picked healthy homemade snacks with a good calorie balance and enough fiber, protein, and water to fill you up. “What is a good snack for weight loss?” you may ask. All these ideas are under 150 calorie snacks and can help with healthy weight loss (we also low fat snacks under 5g fat each). They can also add valuable nutrients to your diet. If you want even more healthy snack recipes for weight loss, check out our compilation of 14 vegetarian and vegan snack ideas.
Low-calorie veggie snacks
We’ve included low-calorie veggie snacks in our compilation because vegetables offer many health benefits. It is recommended that you eat them every day to receive the essential nutrients they provide. Low-calorie vegetable snacks are a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. They contain dietary fiber that can improve digestive health and raise your energy levels. Vegetables are on our low-calorie healthy snacks list for all these reasons and more. See for yourself!
Low-calorie sweet snacks
Low-calorie sweet snacks provide many benefits as well. If you have a sweet tooth but don’t want any unnecessary calories, our healthy sweet snacks for weight loss are here. You’ll find vegetarian snacks recipes with oats, fruits, ginger, cinnamon, chia seeds, nuts, and even chickpeas – all to meet your needs and taste.
Low-calorie chips
We’ve also included some healthy crunchy snacks for weight loss – low-calorie chips made from kale, zucchini, apples, and lentils. All our low-calorie healthy snacks are nutritious and very easy (that includes these plant-based low calorie snacks too!). So be ready to say goodbye to packaged chips high in salt, fat, sugar, and other unnecessary stuff.
What are the best low calorie snacks?
Snacking can be very beneficial but you should follow some simple strategies to make the most of your snacking time:
Plan your snacks
Filling low-calorie snacks should be part of your weekly meal plan and prepared in advance to avoid unnecessary calories and unhealthy choices. If you need some advice on how to design a healthy diet plan, check out our free 7-day vegetarian weight loss meal plan.
Be aware of portion size
Remember that snacks should keep you full between meals but not replace your meals. So better not snack while surfing the internet or working to prevent losing focus and overeating.
Choose whole foods
Avoid processed snacks and instead choose whole foods to gain energy – like low-calorie veggie snacks, fruits, legumes, whole-grains, nuts, and seeds.
Focus on nutrition
Select low-calorie healthy snacks that are packed with vitamins, minerals, complex carbohydrates, protein, and/or healthy fats (try these high protein light snack recipes for a focus on protein!).
Go for protein
Increasing protein intake provides many nutritional benefits and fuels energy. So pick high protein low-calorie snacks that fill you up and try to cut back on sugar, salt, and fat.
Low-Calorie Veggie Snacks
Bonus: low-carb and keto-friendly107 calories per serving How do you want your deviled eggs? Check out our stuffed eggs recipe – complete with special taste boosters. Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUpBonus: taste-wise and protein-wise74,5 calories per muffin Boasting 22 grams of protein per serving and a taste like the beautiful French pizzas known as Tarte Flambee. You gotta try our High Protein Smoked Tofu Breakfast Egg Muffins! Ready in: 53 minutesRecipe by: IndianAmbrosiaBonus: protein and fun136 calories per serving This paneer kabab recipe is a vegetarian appetizer that will make your taste buds go in a tizzy with delight (a great veggie bbq recipe as well!)! Soft cubes of Indian cottage cheese and vegetables are marinated, skewered and grilled to perfection in the oven. Mmm! Ready in: 13 minutesRecipe by: ToasterOvenLoveBonus: nutritious, cheesy and quick131 calories per serving These little veggie bites are cheesy, delicious, and ready in less than 15 minutes. Feel free to get creative and try them with a variety of different toppings. From salsa and corn to BBQ sauce and pineapple, use whatever toppings you like! Bonus: powered by protein and flavour101 calories per muffin Mediterranean Baked Ricotta Muffins. High protein meets high flavour in these delicious ricotta muffins, perfect as a filling snack or post-gym meal. Ready in: 33 minutesRecipe by: BethanyKramerBonus: gluten-free, crispy and super easy30 calories per zucchini fry Learn how to make these super easy zucchini fries! They’re dipped in gluten-free breadcrumbs with parmesan cheese, Italian herbs, and are baked until perfectly crisp. Bonus: super quick and nutritious Try this oriental-inspired smashed cucumber and edamame recipe, a quick high-protein snack to have at home or on the go! Ready in: 10 minutesRecipe by: IHeartVegetablesBonus: crunchy, vegan and super quick138 calories per serving Sweet mini-peppers are stuffed with creamy hummus for a deliciously simple bite-sized finger food! These are perfect for a healthy appetizer or after school snack (if kid-friendly is what you need, try these healthy school lunch recipes too!). Recipe by: HurryTheFoodUpBonus: high-protein and fresh taste60 calories per muffin These Asian-Style Easy Egg Muffins are beautifully different. The carrot and ginger are a fresh and zippy combo. The soy sauce rounds it all up! Enjoy Ready in: 20 minutesRecipe by: DelightfullyLowCarbBonus: nutritious and easy bite-sized appetizer111 calories per serving These baked eggplant caprese appetizers make a great snack or light lunch, or make them ahead for a stunning party eppetizer. Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: CookinCanuckBonus: high-protein and quick97 calories per serving Light Egg Salad Cucumber Boats…Perfect for an afternoon snack or a light lunch! 98 calories and 0 Weight Watcher Freestyle SP. Ready in: 10 minutesRecipe by: FitMealIdeasBonus: provides micronutrients, hydrating and delicious20 calories per serving This fresh and vibrant homemade strawberry cucumber salsa is easy to make with just six ingredients. Vegetarians can enjoy with grilled tofu or paneer. or just a side dish for tacos and chips. Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: FitMealIdeasBonus: keto, low-carb and flavorful64 calories per serving Garlic sauteed asparagus and mushrooms is a perfect flavorful, keto-friendly, vegan side dish on weeknight dinner in spring & fall season. Ready in: 1 hour 15 minutes (just 15 minutes prep)Recipe by: OurPlant-BasedWorldBonus: rich in nutrients and quick73 calories per serving Ceviche is one of our Latin staple foods and has as many variations as countries in Latin America. Have you tried a Vegan Ceviche version yet? You will be surprised how close the flavor is to the fish-based one. Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: JoyFilledEatsBonus: low carb, keto, gluten-free, grain-free, sugar-free146 calories per serving If you are looking for new ways to get some green into your diet or your kids this recipe for Broccoli Cheese Nuggets will be perfect. With only five ingredients it is easy to whip up as a side dish or snack. Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: GoHealthyEverAfterBonus: fatty acids, nutrients and fiber146 calories per serving Pineapple jalapeno salsa with a superfood like avocado is the best you can get out of a simple salsa. You can also serve the chunky salsa with baked tortilla chips as an appetizer or a healthy snack. Ready in: 5 minutesRecipe by: JerseyGirlCooksBonus: high-fiber and really easy127 calories per serving Move over boring buttered popcorn! This homemade seasoned popcorn is flavored with truffle oil and parmesan for a gourmet popcorn recipe that will elevate your movie snack ideas to the next level. Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: DinnerMomBonus: keto and low-carb119 calories per serving Crispy Parmesan Cauliflower Bites will be the hit of your party or dinner table! They’re low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free and melt in your mouth delicious! Ready in: 20 minutesRecipe by: IHeartUmamiBonus: healthy, low-carb, keto111 calories per serving These healthy Paleo and Keto Scallion Pancakes are full of flavor, low carb, and easy to make (if you like these, check out our vegetarian low carb breakfasts too!). They taste just like your favorite Chinese Scallion Pancakes, but are gluten and flour starch free. Bonus: high-protein and fluffy for any occasion77 calories per muffin These quinoa egg muffins are incredibly high in protein – and super-quick, too! Perfect any time of the day. Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: SixHungryFeetBonus: easy to prepare, nutritious48 calories per serving Our Mango Pico de Gallo is sweet, tangy, refreshing, healthy and the perfect salsa to add to your tortilla chips, nachos or tacos. Ready in: 2 hours 30 minutes (just 10 minutes prep)Recipe by: GoHealthyEverAfterBonus: full of fiber and protein66 calories per serving Paruppu vadai or chana dal vada is a South Indian snack recipe with dal. These vegan lentil cakes combine the goodness of beetroot with the traditional parippu vada. Ready in: 50 minutes (just 20 minutes prep)Recipe by: FlavoursTreatBonus: protein-rich, on-the-go snack41 calories per frittata Vegetable Frittata: vegan, gluten-free and protein-rich frittatas made with chickpea flour, assorted vegetables and spices. Perfect energising breakfast or on-the-go snack. Ready in: 35 minutesRecipe by: MyPlantifulCookingBonus: high protein and super versatile104 calories per serving These super crunchy oven roasted lentils are a great healthy snack to have on hand ! Happens to be vegan, gluten-free & high protein.
Low Calorie Sweet Snacks
Bonus: very simple, only 5 minutes of preparation115 calories per one half pear Cinnamon Baked Pears. They are super simple to make, take only five minutes of preparation, 25 minutes of baking, and always turn out great. Ready in: 5 minutesRecipe by: ChoosingChiaBonus: refined sugar-free and nutritious148 calories per date These Almond Butter Stuffed Dates only have 4 ingredients and take less than 10 minutes to make! The chocolate and dates make such a healthily sweet and delicious snack! Bonus: only 2 ingredients and full of nutrients26 calories per cookie There is no better snack than these healthy oatmeal banana cookies! They’re full of nutrients but they’re still easy and quick to make. Ready in: 45 minutesRecipe by: DebraKleinBonus: nutrient-rich, no sugar147 calories per bar Healthy Blueberry Crumble Bars are easy to make with wholesome ingredients. Soft and chewy bottom, gooey, jammy center and a crispy crumble topping…perfect any time of day! Bonus: 5 minutes prep time and gluten-free124 calories per muffin These almond flour muffins stay soft and succulent – and only need five minutes to prep! Bung them in the oven and you’re good to go! Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: OurPlantBasedWorldBonus: nutrient-dense and super easy119 calories per serving This recipe is one of my favorite easy to make snacks. I love eating something sweet after every meal, and it is not always easy to have an excellent healthy option. Bonus: energy boost with whole ingredients147 calories per bar Homemade raw energy bars, just the way they should be. No unnecessary added junk, just good, whole ingredients with an awesome taste and burst of energy! You can give it a go right now! 🙂 Ready in: 25 minutesRecipe by: ASweetAlternativeBonus: easy, nutritious, gluten-free140 calories per cookie These buckwheat flour cookies are soft, chewy, and chocolaty. They’re easy to make, nutritious, and satisfying. Bonus: nutritious food to go95 calories per cookie Fast and Fluffy Cream Cheese Cookies. Great tasting, healthy and perfect to take wherever you go. 7 minutes prep time only. They’re just really good. Bonus: refreshing and high in vitamins81 calories per serving Pineapple Sorbet with Mint. A refreshing summer sorbet full of fruity goodness, made from just 2 ingredients and ready in 5 minutes. Stacked with vitamins A, C, B6 and no cholesterol! Ready in: 1 hour 40 minutes (just 10 minutes prep)Recipe by: MelissaTraubBonus: vegan, dairy-free68 calories per serving Light and delicious dairy-free, no added sugar recipe without needing an ice cream maker! Perfect for a hot summer day. Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: LeanneRayBonus: only 4 ingredients, basically portable oatmeal88 calories per cookie 4-ingredient oatmeal cookies are a dream for quick and healthy snacking, or when you have a toddler in the house (more simple low calorie oatmeal biscuits this way!)! These are the easiest way to use up brown bananas and the whole family will love them. Ready in: 40 minutesRecipe by: LeanneRayBonus: filled with fiber and heart-healthy fat104 calories per bite These chickpea cookie dough bites taste similar to the real thing but are made with nutrient-dense ingredients. They’re completely safe to consume since there’s no raw flour or eggs. A sweet treat that contains fiber and heart-healthy fat as a bonus! Ready in: 20 minutesRecipe by: MyPlantifulCookingBonus: full of plant protein, portable133 calories per serving These chewy and soft banana peanut butter oatmeal vegan protein cookies contain almost 10g of protein per serving (if these sound good, you need to try our top 11 high protein cookie recipes!)! Wholesome and delicious, they are great as a snack or breakfast. Ready in: 10 minutesRecipe by: Natalie’sHealthBonus: full of high-quality dietary fibers and refined sugar-free64 calories per ball Sweet, loaded with CARROTS and fresh GINGER flavor, these Carrot Cake Energy Balls are beyond delicious. + They are easy to make with SIMPLE ingredients, and made WITHOUT ADDED SUGARS! Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: RunningonRealFoodBonus: portable and gluten-free135 calories per cup These simple blueberry baked oatmeal cups are easy to make in 1 bowl in 30 minutes for a delicious, healthy snack or breakfast the whole family will enjoy. Ready in: 32 minutesRecipe by: MyQuietKitchenBonus: packed with protein, vegan128 calories per cookie A healthier, more affordable alternative to store-bought protein cookies and bars, these Vegan Protein Cookies are sweetened with bananas and coconut sugar and contain almost 9 grams of protein per 125 calorie cookie! Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: ChoosingChiaBonus: high in fiber, protein, minerals and vitamins129 calories per ball These salted caramel coconut bliss balls are made with only 4 ingredients and are so easy to make. Grab a couple with a cup of tea for a blissful snack! Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: WholesomeYumBonus: keto and easy prep140 calories per serving Learn how to make keto granola bars that are sweet, chewy, and crunchy at the same time! This easy low carb granola bars recipe takes just 30 minutes. Ready in: 15 minutesRecipe by: RunningonRealFoodBonus: low fat, no added sugar80 calories per ball These yummy little cinnamon energy balls are just 80 calories a pop so you can go ahead and enjoy a couple anytime for a healthy sweet treat. Try them straight from the freezer, YUM! They’re also awesome crumbled over smoothie bowls or banana nice cream. Ready in: 36 minutesRecipe by: ThisHealthyKitchenBonus: nutrient dense and allergen friendly96 calories per cookie Soft and chewy, naturally sweetened and absolutely delicious! Vegan sweet potato cookies are healthy enough for breakfast and tasty enough for dessert. Ready in: 5 minutesRecipe by: FitMealIdeasBonus: vegan, gluten-free, sugar-free, rich in fiber148 calories per serving Cherry chia pudding made with almond milk macerated sweet cherries. A healthy, vegan, gluten free, sugar free breakfast chia pudding recipe (chia is great for weight loss, find out why here!).
Low-Calorie Chips
Ready in: 30 minutesRecipe by: BabaganoshBonus: gluten-free, low carb, and keto-friendly93 calories per serving Make a large batch of these Cajun Kale Chips and enjoy these crispy kale chips as a healthy vegan gluten-free keto-friendly snack! Ready in: 1 hour 5 minutes (just 5 minutes prep)Recipe by: OhSnap!Let’sEatBonus: paleo and keto116 calories per serving Love me a good healthy snack, and there’s something satisfying when you get to say ‘and I made it myself!’. These homemade Oven Baked Zucchini Chips are one of them! What’s awesome about them is they’re also Paleo, Vegan, Keto, Whole30… and delicious! Ready in: 1 hour (just 10 minutes prep)Recipe by: ChenéeTodayBonus: no added sweetener, wholesome116 calories per serving Easy, crispy apple chip recipe! You’ll be making baked apples chips in the oven with just 3 ingredients! Ready in: 3 hours 50 minutes (just 5 minutes prep)Recipe by: TheDailyDishBonus: sugar-free, high-protein59 calories per serving These baked lentil chips are so simple to make. Say goodbye to pre-packaged chips that high in salt, fat, sugar and added starches. These lentil chips are crispy, spicy and cheesy and so much healthier than anything you could buy at the store. Now you have a perfect list of low-calorie healthy snacks that fill you up and healthy snacks on the go (if you like these, try our other healthy veggie snacks here!). Let us know which vegetarian snacks recipes you liked the most and included in your daily meal plan (and if you need more ideas, try these healthy vegetarian snacks too!).
