Healthy Snack Recipes

These super-crisp, nutrient-rich crackers are much easier to make than you think. Simply soak the cracker mixture in hot water for a few minutes to bind...

Indian tikka masala doesn't have to be made with chicken. Try an equally delicious vegetarian version. Cauliflower, chickpeas, and green peas make tikka masala filling, and if you use...

Cabbage leaves, lightly steamed in hot water until pliable and bright green, are perfect for making burritos instead of tortillas or pita bread. Steam the whole bunch and store...

This vibrant, flavorful sauce is easy to make: just mix plain yogurt with pesto! It's a versatile sauce. Serve it as an appetizer with chips or fresh vegetables,...

The Rachel is a variation of the popular Reuben sandwich, made with turkey instead of corned beef. This recipe uses thinly sliced, seared chicken breast instead of turkey...

The key to this vegetarian version of barbecue chicken pizza is to ensure the mushrooms are nicely browned and crispy before adding the sauce. Be sure to cook them undisturbed for...

This elegant focaccia is made in the style of the traditional Four Seasons pizza. Each of its four segments represents a different season: green peas and artichokes symbolize spring,...

While guests wait for the main course, serve this vibrant and delicious appetizer made with fresh, healthy ingredients, Mediterranean-style. Cucumbers, mint, and garlic transform cottage cheese into a wonderful Greek...

These easy-to-make muffins are literally packed with fruit—bananas, strawberries, and blueberries. They're quick to prepare and perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack during the day.

These delicious bars are made with rolled oats, whole-wheat flour, wheat germ, walnuts, and dried cherries, and are moderately sweet with a hint of fruity tartness. They...

These Waldorf salad wraps, topped with natural yogurt and boiled chicken breast, are a delicious and healthier alternative to shawarma for a mid-day pick-me-up. For the dressing, use...

Beets aren't just delicious and healthy: they make beautiful sandwiches that can be served as a party appetizer. The combination of baked beets, cream cheese, cashews, and sesame seeds...

Sando, a fruit sandwich commonly eaten as a snack or for breakfast, is believed to have originated in Japan over a century ago. They're sold in bakeries, cafes, and convenience stores, but they're actually...

Treat yourself and your loved ones to homemade, low-calorie, natural ice cream. Made with orange juice and zest for a richer flavor, honey as a sweetener, and low-fat...

The name of the Sloppy Joe sandwich speaks for itself. Instead of a traditional patty, it's made with a meat sauce heaped between the two bun halves. Very...

Homemade chia jam is a delicious and healthy alternative to store-bought jams. It's made with fresh berries and boils for just 5 minutes, preserving the maximum nutritional value. And as a sweetener...

This vegetarian jarred dish features Middle Eastern meze classics like dolma, hummus, and cucumbers, topped with za'atar, a spice blend popular in the region's Mediterranean countries. The base...

Get a morning or mid-morning boost with this vibrant green smoothie, packed with vitamins, beneficial micronutrients, and fiber. Made with fresh kale and spinach, their herbaceous flavor...

This mix of nuts, seeds, and dried fruits is the perfect snack for those needing an energy boost. Its ingredients are good sources of iron and zinc, essential micronutrients for recovery...

Bake delicious and heart-healthy oatmeal cookies that contain two essential superfoods: nutrient-dense quinoa and vitamin-rich pumpkin. For this recipe, search...

The main ingredient in these muffins is creamed spinach, which is often served as a holiday side dish. Leftover creamed spinach can be used to make these muffins the next day without...

These reduced-fat muffins look just like classic American chocolate chip cookies! The combination of low-fat sour cream and applesauce makes them soft and moist...

Homemade jam has never been easier to make! Mash your favorite seasonal berries until almost smooth, then add sugar, pectin, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Don't cook...

Replace bread with toasted sweet potato slices, spread with ricotta, garnish with berries and flaked almonds, and drizzle with honey. Delicious and healthy, gluten-free toast also makes a great dessert...

These delicious and healthy sandwiches are perfect for breakfast or a mid-day snack. Mash sweet potatoes with tahini, spread on crispy multigrain toast, and top with...

Have you ever made a fantastic, easy gluten-free pizza dough? Probably not. Meet these mini pizzas with hashbrown crusts! They're completely gluten-free and made from scratch...

These flavorful sweet potato toasts, made with sweet potato instead of bread, taste like delicious apple crisp. Top each piece with homemade apple compote with figs and maple syrup and...

Tzatziki is perhaps one of the lightest and healthiest sauces you can eat without worrying about extra calories. Natural yogurt, cucumber, fresh herbs, and lemon juice—all the healthiest ingredients in...

If you want to garnish your hummus for a beautiful presentation, roasted chickpeas are a great choice. Dry them thoroughly, fry them in olive oil, and sprinkle them over the hummus in a bowl. Add some bright...

Deep-fried cauliflower can be served as a main course or as a side dish to your favorite baked chicken or turkey. Roasting the whole head of cauliflower gives it a deep, rich flavor...

Who can resist a juicy burrito on the go? It's a great way to introduce healthy vegetables and salads to kids' diets, which they might not enjoy in a traditional setting. Burritos with brown rice, beans...

Enjoy the natural smoky flavors of this smoked chickpea hummus. You'll need a metal colander to grill the chickpeas. Besides...

Beans are a great base for delicious and healthy dips, which can be served as an appetizer with vegetables or toast. Make a Tuscan-style dip by tossing white beans with aromatic olive oil,...

If you're craving something as sweet, salty, and crunchy as a Snickers bar, try these light, chocolate-coated dates. Naturally sweet, chewy...

These peanut butter, chocolate, and dried cherry bars are made with oatmeal, contain no artificial additives, are rich in protein, and make a healthy, delicious snack throughout the day...

This delicate, bright orange sweet potato dip is a great alternative to hummus. The natural sweetness of the sweet potato pairs beautifully with the savory spices. Serve with sweet potato chips...

Avocado toast is a never-ending exercise in imagination. It's served in so many different ways, and each time it looks elegant, charming, and special, like in this recipe. Mix...

A quick, spicy marinade of lime juice and smoked chipotle peppers gives these pork tacos a savory, smoky flavor that's especially welcome if you're grilling your pork on a...

Pitaya (also known as pitahaya or dragonfruit) may look like a fire artichoke, but it belongs to the cactus family. It's rich in vitamin C and B vitamins. It has white or pink flesh,...

If you enjoy healthy granola bars as a snack, make some at home, but with a clear list of ingredients and minimal flavoring. You'll need a can of condensed milk, sunflower seeds, raisins,...

Make your own healthy protein bars with just a few simple ingredients: peanuts, dates, cocoa, and egg whites. Ground with dates, the peanuts create a sweet...

This peach ice cream tastes like a frozen smoothie, only it's even better thanks to the oats, which add a nutty flavor. One serving of this healthy ice cream contains...

Dinner will be much more fun if you make crocodile-shaped tacos. Kids will be especially delighted. To make them, you'll need crispy, flat-bottomed taco pockets so they can...

"My girls jump for joy when they hear I'm making chapatis for dinner. They stand next to me and help me roll out the dough. It connects me to my roots. It's magical," says Arti...

No child can resist crunchy sweets, especially when they're homemade. This puffed rice snack is healthier than store-bought bars because it's packed with...

Bake delicious, soft muffins filled with chocolate chips with your kids to take to school as a snack or to share with friends. With the addition of rolled oats, natural...

Whole wheat flour and dried fruit make traditional American chocolate chip cookies healthier, enriching them with fiber and essential micronutrients. Along with the chocolate...

Delicious popovers with chicken and vegetables in a velvety sauce will please both adults and children. They are puffed, hollow buns that are filled with filling when served. You can...