Enjoy the beauty of simplicity with this snack recipe made with just 5 ingredients. Perfect for a quick snack between meals. Plus, all of these recipes are made with less saturated fat and sodium to support a strong, healthy heart. From savory recipes like Pimiento Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers to sweet treats like Strawberry Pistachio Greek Yogurt Bark, these snacks will make your heart-care routine quick, delicious, and satisfying.
Pimiento Cheese Stuffed Mini Peppers
These mini peppers are stuffed with a quick spread of pimiento cheese for an easy 3-ingredient appetizer.
passion fruit smoothie
This three-ingredient smoothie is packed with frozen passion fruit for a floral and tart flavor. You can use any type of kiwi, but we recommend yellow kiwis, which have more flavor and natural sweetness, and are brighter in color. Taste and add a teaspoon or two of honey at the end to balance the flavor.
Energy balls filled with peanut butter
Peanuts serve double duty in this easy snack recipe. Peanut butter creates a creamy center, while chopped roasted peanuts add a welcome crunch to the outside. We prefer to use natural peanut butter, which is a bit oilier and looser to create a gooey center. Dates add natural sweetness to this healthy snack. Use the remaining date mixture to seal the hole in the energy ball. Pack these snacks in your lunch box for a delicious morning or afternoon snack.
Light and airy whipped cottage cheese
Make this whipped cottage cheese recipe your own by using your favorite fresh herbs. It can be used as a dip for fresh vegetables or as a sandwich spread.
peanut butter blueberry energy balls
Made with peanut butter, chocolate, and dried blueberries, these healthy energy balls provide a mix of simple and complex carbohydrates to help you refuel whenever you need a little extra energy. It's easy to make without baking and with ingredients you probably have on hand, like oats and nut butter. Feel free to experiment with different mix-ins, such as other dried fruits or chopped nuts in place of chocolate chips or blueberries.
strawberry pistachio greek yogurt bark
A colorful and delicious frozen dessert made with strawberries and pistachios on a thin layer of Greek yogurt. A sprinkle of chocolate cookie crumbs completes this satisfying snack or dessert.
lemon palm popcorn
Liven up your popcorn with some lemon pepper and Parmesan cheese.
cottage cheese snack jar
This creamy, crunchy snack packs 20 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber into one small mason jar. You can enjoy a crunchy texture by adding chickpeas just before eating. If you want to keep everything in one jar, choose 1/4 cup canned washed chickpeas instead.
Savory date and pistachio bite
Combining the subtle sweetness of dates and raisins with the crunchy nuttiness of pistachios, these snacks are perfect for on-the-go snacking or as an accompaniment to a cheese board.
Apricot Stilton Bites
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The combination of flavorful blue cheese and sweet-tart dried apricots makes an impressive final appetizer for any gathering. Light agave syrup has a sweet, neutral flavor, while dark agave syrup adds a more caramel flavor. If you don't have agave syrup, you can use honey instead.
homemade trail mix
Try a portable mix of dried fruits and nuts.
roasted butternut squash seeds
Don't throw away butternut squash seeds. Bake it instead! Roasted butternut squash seeds are a great snack or salad topping. Enjoy plain or arrange with one of the variations below.
air fryer plantains
This air fryer plantain recipe is where the air fryer really shines. It saves time compared to cooking in a deep fryer or on the stovetop without sacrificing taste or texture. These airfryer plantains are sweet and salty with a deliciously crispy skin.
cherry pineapple smoothie
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Cherries contain vitamin E, vitamin C, and polyphenols, and these nutrients can help reduce inflammation in the body. The tart juices of pomegranate and cherry pair well with crushed pineapple and creamy yogurt.
dates with almonds
Medjool dates are softer than semi-dried degreneur dates, making them much easier to stuff with almonds. This healthy snack recipe can also become an addictive appetizer by adding a little blue cheese to the filling.
air fryer potato cake
These potato cakes make a great appetizer, especially for the holidays. Top it with a variety of ingredients, from apple and sage to red pepper aioli. Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, potato cakes are the centerpiece of any gathering. For a colorful twist, try this recipe with purple potatoes.
Ingredients: 2 types of pineapple and a bite of bacon
Fresh pineapple wrapped in crispy bacon for the ultimate mashup of sweet and savory. Here, we bring you this winning combo in the form of a two-ingredient appetizer that's easy to assemble for last-minute gatherings. Fresh, ripe pineapple gives the best results. To avoid sticky hands, use toothpicks to serve.
Raw ham wrapped mini peppers
Wrapping prosciutto around mini peppers is an easy way to elevate vegetables into an impressive and delicious appetizer.
Cinnamon sugar roasted chickpeas
Roasting canned chickpeas until crispy makes an easy and healthy snack. In this riff on candied nuts, chickpeas are coated in cinnamon sugar for an irresistible kick. This snack is best eaten the same day it is made.
peanut butter & hemp banana
Hemp hearts add texture and nutty flavor to this easy three-ingredient snack. Creamy or crunchy peanut butter is a good choice here.
fruit & granola pop
Adding granola to this fruit pop recipe transforms it from a frozen treat into a healthy grab-and-go breakfast. Kefir provides probiotic power, while honey and fruit add a touch of sweetness.
Roasted tomato with cheddar cheese and jalapenos
Give summer tomatoes a Tex-Mex twist with this simple, melt-in-your-mouth topping.
Khanom Tom (Coconut Ball)
This recipe for traditional Thai coconut balls is all about the coconut. First, skip the pre-shredded stuff (the stuffing won't hold together) and go to the produce section for fresh stuff. Look for coconuts with brown shells (as opposed to the ones with the white, fibrous outside, which are often referred to as “young Thai” coconuts). Coconuts with brown skin have firmer flesh and are easier to chop. Editor's note: Brooke Siem learned how to make coconut balls from a woman named Ratchanee from Koh Phangan, Thailand. To learn more about this recipe and others Seam created as part of the Grandmothers Project, check out How Cooking Connected One Chef and Grandmothers Around the World.
