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4 quick and easy protein snacks
Protein snacks are perfect for satisfying a craving, recovering after a workout, or giving you a boost of energy in the middle of the afternoon. Get inspired by the following low-cost recipes that are delicious and easy to prepare!
a healthy, dairy-free snack perfect for a hike!
1
banana nut cookies
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Peel and mash two or three ripe bananas in a bowl.
- Add a few tablespoons of honey, two cups of oats, one cup of crushed nuts, and two eggs. Mix. The more honey you add, the sweeter the cookies.
- Use a spoon or your hands to shape the cookie dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the cookies have turned golden brown.
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tasty breakfast on the go!
2
muffins style omelette
- Preheat the oven to 375 °F then pick the ingredients you want to add to your muffin omelets (spinach, bell peppers, onions, ham, bacon, different types of cheese, etc.).
- Whisk the eggs and the ingredients selected in a bowl with a bit of milk as if you were making an omelet.
- Pour the batter into a muffin pan and bake for about 12 minutes or until each “muffin” is cooked in the centre. Bon appétit!
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a low-cost lunch box treat!
3
tuna dip with Greek yogurt
- Open a can of tuna, dice a stalk of celery, and chop some onions or shallots.
- Combine the tuna and vegetables in a bowl with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt.
- Add a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Dip your crackers in and enjoy!
Bonus tip
For a healthier alternative, simply use cucumber rounds instead of crackers.
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a crunchy snack brimming with BBQ flavours!
4
oven-roasted nuts and seeds
- Pick the protein of your choice (nuts, pumpkin seeds, and chickpeas are all good options).
- Preheat the oven to 350 °F. Coat the nuts/seeds in BBQ seasoning then spread them out evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 15 minutes or until they’re nice and crunchy.
Bonus tip
The roasted nuts/seeds will keep for several days. That way you can make enough to enjoy some for the rest of the week!
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