100 snacks under 100 calories

Looking to get some healthy snacks into your day? Try these tasty bites. They’re simple to make, low in calories, and packed with valuable nutrients.

Mix 1/2 cup of blueberries, 1/2 cup of blackberries, and 4 medium strawberries for fruit salad rich in antioxidants.

Instead of sour cream or butter, top half of a small baked potato with a light garden salsa. To make the salsa, dice up a tomato, add a little bit of chopped onion, garnish with cilantro, and season with a bit of salt and pepper.

On a 1-ounce thin slice of lox, spread 1 tablespoon of cream cheese. Roll up and eat.

Mix three egg whites with 1 tablespoon of whole milk and cook over medium-low heat in a sauté pan coated with nonstick spray or a light misting of olive oil. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of light shredded cheddar cheese in the middle before you flip, or on top when you’re nearly finished cooking.

To satisfy your sweet tooth, take a small peach, drizzle with 1 teaspoon honey, and sprinkle with cinnamon. To really satisfy your sweet tooth, cut the peach into pieces and grill it before adding the other ingredients.

Freeze 1 cup of lemonade for a sweet summer treat. Try to select lemonades that are low in sugar and artificial flavors. Or make it yourself by adding lemon juice to a simple syrup of water and your choice of sweetener.

Take one slice of low-sodium turkey breast from the deli of your grocery store and a thin, 1-ounce slice of low-fat mozzarella cheese. Add a veggie, like sliced tomatoes or spinach, to get more produce into your diet. Roll them together and enjoy!

Combine 1 cup of raw spinach and 3/4 cup of diced watermelon. Mix with 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar.

Slice a hard-boiled egg in half and replace the yolk with 1 tablespoon of your favorite guacamole.  

Thinly slice a large cucumber and toss it with 2 tablespoons of chopped red onion. Add 1 tablespoon of white or red wine vinegar for taste.

Craving something savory and salty? Chew on a large piece of beef jerky. Limit yourself to just one piece, since jerky is often high in sodium.

Bake a medium-small sweet potato for a filling snack packed with vitamin A. 

Eat half the juicy flesh of one of these beautiful fruits, also called a pitaya, for about 80 calories. They're a good source of vitamin C, too.

Try this tasty, congee-inspired snack when you're craving something salty: Take a 1/2 cup of plain, cooked oatmeal and stir in a chopped scallion and 1 or 2 teaspoons of soy sauce. 

Enjoy 1 cup of grapes fresh from the store, or freeze them for 30 minutes for a tasty treat on a hot summer day.

Looking for an alternative to salty chips or nuts? Drain, rinse and dry a can of chickpeas. Wrizzle them with 1-1/2 tablespoons of olive oil, some cumin, and a pinch of salt. Roast them in the oven at 350 degrees F until toasted, or for about 15 minutes or longer if you want them extra crispy. Enjoy 2 ounces. 

Three fortune cookies from a Chinese restaurant clock in around 90 calories. It's a light snack that'll satisfy your cookie craving. 

Try this simple recipe: Slice a small apple, bake until golden brown, and enjoy with a sprinkling of cinnamon.

Snack on three or four multigrain crackers (depending on the brand) with one large slice of cheddar cheese.

Looking for a fast morning snack? Try two scrambled egg whites and half a slice of toasted whole wheat bread. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Enjoy a sliced cucumber with 1 tablespoon of hummus. Leave the cucumber unpeeled for more fiber.

One cup of pear slices provides lots of nutrients, including potassium and vitamin C. Just like the cucumber in the previous slide, leave the pear’s skin on to maximize fiber.

On a sick day or cold, wintry evening, 1/2 to 1 cup of homemade chicken soup with assorted veggies and chicken broth can warm you. Remember to check your recipe's nutritional breakdown before cooking up a pot.

Mix 1/4 cup of black beans and 1/2 cup of instant brown rice for a filling nosh that's also a great source of fiber and iron.

Blend 1/3 cup of nonfat yogurt, 2/3 cup of frozen blueberries, and ice for a quick and easy cold treat.

Sunflower seeds are a good source of vitamin B and phosphorus. Nosh on 1/3 cup of seeds with hulls.

Enjoy 1/3 of a small avocado. The hard outer shell conveniently serves as a bowl.

One hard-boiled egg with salt and black pepper is high in protein. For extra flavor, dab on a bit of Dijon mustard or sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning.

This juicy fruit can be eaten any time of the day; it makes for a great breakfast accompaniment, a light midday snack, or even a refreshing dessert after dinner. 

One small baked skinless chicken drumstick can help you reach your daily protein goals.

These small, spiky fruits—popular in many Asian cultures—can be enjoyed by gently peeling away the tough exterior shell. Try the sweet, white flesh chilled, but be careful of the seed in the middle. Sixteen lychees come in at 96 calories.

A fun addition to a smoothie is creamy avocado. Simply take a third of a ripe fruit, a few ice cubes, a sprinkling of sugar, and blend for 20 seconds, or until the mixture reaches a smooth consistency.

Craving something crunchy? Nosh 13 whole almonds. The nuts are a good source of vitamin E.

Craving cream cheese without the bagel? Slice up a small cucumber and enjoy dipped in 2 tablespoons of low-fat cream cheese.

Dip 7 strawberries in 1 tablespoon of melted dark chocolate for a luxurious treat.

This smoothie is guaranteed to hit the spot on a hot day: Blend 3 cups watermelon, 1/4 cup organic nonfat milk, and 2 tablespoons chia seeds for a healthy drink. It makes four servings.

Slice half a small sweet potato into french fry-shaped strips. Lightly drizzle 1 teaspoon of olive oil and bake at 400 degrees F for 10 minutes.

Scramble 3 egg whites with 1/2 cup of raw spinach in 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Add salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Offered in many Thai restaurants, Tom Yum Soup is a traditional dish featuring mushrooms, tofu, lemongrass, and kaffir lime; it lacks the rich coconut milk present in many other Thai soups. About 3/4 cup comes in around 90 calories.

Enjoy 1/4 cup of low-sugar dried cranberries for a light snack in the office or on the go. 

To eat a ripe kiwi, simply slice the fruit in half, and scoop out the flesh with a spoon. Kiwis are a great source of calcium and potassium.

Take a 4-ounce package of tofu and cut into bite sized cubes. Dry cubes on paper towels and season them with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon of rice vinegar. Bake them at 400 degrees F in the oven for 10 minutes. Tofu is a good source of protein.    

Cut half a medium apple into slices and enjoy with 1/2 tablespoon of peanut butter.

Enjoy 2 cups of this refreshing summer fruit, a good source of vitamins A and C. Add a shake of Himalayan sea salt for an outside-the-box treat.

For chocolate lovers, a 1/2-ounce piece of dark chocolate is just shy of 100 calories.

Try 3 cups of unbuttered, air-popped popcorn. For a bit more flavor, add a sprinkle of salt and a bunch of your favorite herbs.

A sweet tropical snack that can be enjoyed frozen or fresh from the grocery store, 1 cup of mango cubes is also a great source of vitamins A and C.

For a fun and easy-to-portion snack, treat yourself to six animal crackers. 

Chop half a frozen banana into chunks, melt 2 teaspoons of dark chocolate and dip the chunks in the chocolate. Then, place everything in the freezer. Let sit until firm and enjoy.

Portion out 25 pistachios and take them to-go in a plastic bag. The nuts have a satisfying crunch and are a great source of potassium and phosphorus.

Feeling fancy? Try 8 large boiled shrimp with 2 tablespoons of cocktail sauce.

Enjoy 1 cup of pineapple chunks grilled on skewers for a fun, light snack that's ideal for summer barbecues and outdoor parties.

Boil 1/2 cup of edamame beans and eat with a light sprinkling of salt for a nice dose of iron and vitamin C.

Enjoy 1/2 cup of unsweetened oatmeal with cinnamon, a sprinkling of brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of honey for a warm snack in the morning.

Eat 1 cup of cherries (without the pit or the stem, of course) for a healthy dose of vitamins A, C, and K.

For a quick and easy snack, enjoy half of a juicy apple with half of a string cheese.

Grilled or steamed, half an ear of corn on the cob tastes great with a pinch of minced garlic and a spritz of olive oil. 

Try half of a banana dipped in a 1/2 tablespoon of peanut butter for an easy pick-me-up snack that’s high in potassium.

Want a light snack that requires no cooking? Check out this sweet strawberry salad. All you need is 2 cups of raw spinach, 1 cup of sliced strawberries, and 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar. 

Take half of a small whole wheat pita pocket and fill it with 1 ounce of skim ricotta cheese for a simple snack.

For an easy midday snack, simply stir a light sprinkling of cinnamon into 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce.

These fabulous Orange-Buttermilk Pancakes only have 101 calories per flapjack. (Yes, it's over 100. Cut off a few crumbs to split the difference.) Whip up a batch and save the rest for breakfast through the week.

Instead of a pint of store-brought ice cream full of sugars and preservatives, try this simple recipe: First, cut a medium-small banana into chunks and freeze them. A few hours later, let them thaw for about 10 minutes, until they're not rock-solid. Finally, give the chunks a whirl in a food processor until they reach an ice cream-like consistency.

For a fun snack just under 100 calories, top three 4-inch celery sticks each with a 1/2 teaspoon of peanut butter and three raisins.

A good source of vitamins A and C, cherry tomatoes are great as part of a salad or on their own. To stay under 100 calories, enjoy 32 of them in the office or on the go. 

Take half a piece of toasted, 40-calorie whole wheat bread, thinly spread 1 teaspoon of peanut butter, and top with half a small banana, sliced.

Not a fan of hummus? Try dipping 8 carrot sticks into 1/2 tablespoon of this creamy alternative.

Two tomatoes, one thin slice of mozzarella cheese, and a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar is a flavorful snack that's also a good source of calcium,

Roll two slices of your favorite ham from the local deli with a slice of cheese and a lettuce leaf. Add in carrots or bell peppers if you have them.

A low-carb, easy way to incorporate protein into your diet is to eat muffins made of egg and spinach. Simply beat an egg and add some salt, pepper, and a handful of spinach leaves. Pour the mixture into a muffin tray, bake at 350 degrees F until set, let cool, and enjoy. 

Blend 1/3 cup of nonfat yogurt and 2/3 cup of frozen blueberries. Then, pour the mix into an ice pop mold and freeze into a healthy summer treat.

Enjoy 1/4 cup of grilled chicken slices for a savory snack that's high in protein. Marinate the chicken with your favorite seasoning to taste.

On half a piece of whole wheat toast, slather 1 teaspoon of peanut butter for a fast snack. 

Mix a 1/2 cup of diced cantaloupe, a 1/2 cup of diced honeydew, and half an orange to make a simple and refreshing fruit salad that can be enjoyed at home or on the go.

Instead of a bagel, split 1 teaspoon of cream cheese and 1 ounce of lox among three crackers.

One extra-large peach comes in under 100 calories and is a great source of potassium.

Blend a 1/2 cup of strawberries, half a banana, and a 1/4 cup of soymilk or unsweetened oat milk for a delicious, simple smoothie that can be enjoyed for breakfast or as a refreshing snack.

Want to add more flavor to typical rice cakes? Take two, spread a 1/2 teaspoon of peanut butter on the top of each, and enjoy. 

For a fast snack, grab a pack of store-brand trail mix and eat only part of it—usually less than half. Be sure to check the brand’s nutrition label.

Slice a medium apple into thin chips, sprinkle some cinnamon and scant amounts of white sugar on the pieces, and bake in the oven for 45 minutes at 225 degrees F. Remember to mist the baking sheet with nonstick spray beforehand.

For a quick snack to hold you over, cut a small whole wheat tortilla in half, fold it over, and fill with 1/8 cup of shredded low-fat cheddar cheese. Microwave for 20 seconds and enjoy.

Try mixing 4 ounces of plain, nonfat Greek yogurt with 1 dash of cinnamon and 1 teaspoon of honey for a subtly sweet and satisfying treat.

Cut an avocado in half. Remove the seed and about 2 tablespoons of avocado flesh. Afterwards, crack an egg and remove the yolk. Place the raw egg whites in the center of the hollowed avocado. Bake at 425 degrees F for 15 to 20 minutes. Top with 1 tablespoon of chopped chives and/or sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. 

Thinly slice half of a small sweet potato and spread the slices out on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake at 250 degrees F until golden brown and edges are crisp.

These fries are a great way to pack more vegetables into your diet. Cut a zucchini into 8 strips. Dip the strips into 2 beaten egg whites and coat in a fine layer of breadcrumbs. Place them on a baking sheet and bake in the oven at 425 degrees F for 20 minutes.

Combining 2 cups of spinach with 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and stir frying it in 1/2 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil makes for a yummy, savory midday snack. 

Spray a baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Then, slice a pepper in half and remove the seeds and core. Finally, crack an egg into the center of the pepper and bake in the oven at 400 degrees F for 15 minutes. 

Grilled asparagus is a great snack or barbecue appetizer. Marinate 20 medium spears of asparagus with 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar and grill for 15 minutes. 

For an outside-the-box snack, try dried and salted seaweed. Look for it in the international section of your grocery store or at your local Asian market.

Nibbling a 3/4-ounce chunk of cheddar will satisfy cheese lovers.

For a quick grab-and-go snack or a light lunch accompaniment, pack 2 tablespoons of hummus with 10 baby carrots or celery sticks. Sub in cucumbers or bell pepper strips for variety.

Hollow out a large tomato and fill it with a 1/2 cup of fat-free cottage cheese for a high-protein snack. 

Here’s a great light, mid-afternoon snack: Mix 1 tablespoon of feta cheese with two small chopped tomatoes and add a squeeze of lemon.

Do you crave something crunchy and salty? Try baking 2 cups raw kale, tossed with 1 teaspoon olive oil and a sprinkling of sea salt, at 400 degrees F until crispy.

Take 3 cups of raw peppers, slice them into strips, and marinate them with 2 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar. Then, grill for 20 minutes and enjoy!

Thinly slice half a medium potato into 1/2-inch wedges. Coat with 1/2 teaspoon olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and a few sprigs of rosemary. Then, bake in the oven at 400 degrees until browned and easily pierced with a knife.

One cup of simple vegetable soup is ideal for a snack. Buy it at the store or make it yourself. Bring 6 cups of low sodium vegetable broth to a boil and add any vegetables of your choosing, such as cabbage, broccoli, carrots, celery, chard, zucchini, red bell pepper, or onion. Boil the mixture in a covered pot for 15 minutes. Add lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and parsley to taste.

Enjoy 4 ounces of nonfat Greek yogurt with a handful of mixed berries.

This trendy breakfast food can also be enjoyed as a snack. Simply spread 1/4 of an avocado on half a piece of toasted light whole wheat bread. Add salt and pepper to taste. 

For some fast fuel, munch on five low-sodium Saltine crackers. (Try to have some water nearby for when you're finished. You know why.)